Adamussium Scallop [Chlamys adamussium]
Description
The Adamussium Scallop or Chlamys adamussium is a species of scallop distributed in the cold waters of the Southern Ocean. It has a white, smooth, and glossy shell with a circular shape. This species lives in deep-sea habitats and is known for its slow growth and long lifespan. It feeds by filtering phytoplankton from the water.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Scallops
Pectinida
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| Family |
Scallops
Pectinidae
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| Genus |
Spiny Scallop
Mimachlamys
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