Pacific Serrulate Pen Shell [Atrina pectinata]
Description
The Pacific Serrulate Pen Shell is a species of bivalve mollusk native to the Pacific Ocean, specifically found along the coasts of Japan and Korea. It has a large, fan-like shell that can reach up to 30 cm in length. The shell is typically a deep brown or black color. This species tends to inhabit sandy or muddy substrates in shallow waters, and feeds by filtering organic particles from the water column. Pacific Serrulate Pen Shells are an important part of many traditional cuisines in their native regions.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Pearl Oysters and Relatives
Pteriida
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| Family |
Winged Oysters
Pinnidae
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| Genus |
Serrulate Pen Shell
Serratina
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