Rock scallop
A species of Crassadoma, Also known as Purple-hinge rock scallop Scientific name : Crassadoma gigantea Genus : Crassadoma
Rock scallop, A species of Crassadoma
Also known as:
Purple-hinge rock scallop
Botanical name: Crassadoma gigantea
Genus: Crassadoma
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One of a kind, the rock scallop is the only species in its genus. Attaching itself to the sea floor, it lives off the coast of the Pacific Ocean and can be found from Canada to California. With a lifespan of up to 25 years, the rock scallop spends its sedentary lifestyle filtering plankton and reproducing offspring.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Molluscs Class
Bivalve shell Order
Scallops and allies Family
Scallop Genus
Crassadoma Species
Rock scallop