White Abalone
NameWhite Abalone
Scientific NameHaliotis sorenseni
Common NameWhite Abalone
FamilyHaliotidae
GenusHaliotis
Speciessorenseni
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, specifically along the coast of California, USA, and Baja California, Mexico.
Average Size (mm)150
Identifying FeaturesCharacterized by its relatively flat, oval shell and typically 3 to 5 prominent, raised, open respiratory pores (tremata) along the left margin. The exterior is usually heavily encrusted, and the interior is pearly white. Its deep-water habitat is also a key distinguishing factor.
Author CitationBartsch, 1940
Description
The image displays a White Abalone (*Haliotis sorenseni*) in its natural underwater habitat, likely on a rocky or sandy seabed with some marine vegetation. The shell is heavily encrusted with other organisms, a common characteristic for abalones in the wild. Several distinct, raised respiratory pores (tremata) are visible along the shell's margin. The overall appearance suggests a well-camouflaged mollusk adapted to its deep-water environment.
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