Thread Scallops [Propeamussium]

Description

Propeamussium, commonly known as thread scallops, is a genus of deep-sea bivalves that are found in cold, deep waters worldwide. The genus is distinguished by its species' small, rounded to oval shells that often feature fine radial ribs or threads. These scallops have adapted to life in the deep sea by developing a reduced muscle mass and a reliance on slow, energy-efficient movements. They live on soft substrates, where they feed on detritus and small organisms filtered from the water.

Species

Thread Scallops [Flexopecten glaber]

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Purple Thread Scallops [Flexopecten proteus]

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Striped Thread Scallops [Flexopecten felipponei]

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Taxonomy