Lion's Paw Scallop [Nodipecten]
Description
Nodipecten, the genus of the lion's paw scallop, is known for its distinctively large, heavy shells with a rough ribbed surface. These scallops inhabit the deeper waters of the western Atlantic Ocean and are valued both for their meat and ornamental shells.
Species
Lion's Paw Scallop [Nodipecten subnodosus]
View DetailsTaxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Scallops
Pectinida
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| Family |
Scallops
Pectinidae
|
Statistics
- Species 1