Atlantic Bay Scallop

About

The Atlantic Bay Scallop (Argopecten irradians) is a species in the genus Argopecten. Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Canada, China, Norway, and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇳 China 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (प्राणी)

Phylum

Mollusca (मोलस्का)

Class

Bivalvia (पटलक्लोमी)

Order

Pectinida (Pectinida)

Family

Pectinidae

Genus

Argopecten

Species

Argopecten irradians (Atlantic Bay Scallop)

Names in Other Languages

French peigne baie

German Karibik Kammuschel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic Bay Scallop?

The scientific name of Atlantic Bay Scallop is Argopecten irradians. It belongs to the genus Argopecten.

Where does Atlantic Bay Scallop live?

Atlantic Bay Scallop is found in Distributed across Canada, China, Norway, and United States.. Countries include Canada, China, Norway, United States.

What family does Atlantic Bay Scallop belong to?

Atlantic Bay Scallop (Argopecten irradians) belongs to the genus Argopecten, which is part of the taxonomic family Pectinidae.

What kingdom does Atlantic Bay Scallop belong to?

Atlantic Bay Scallop (Argopecten irradians) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).