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St. James' shell

Pecten maximus

Least Concern

About

성 야고보 조개(Pecten maximus)는 IUCN 적색목록에서 최소관심(LC)으로 분류됩니다. 서식 범위 내에 널리 분포하며 개체수가 안정적이고 즉각적인 보전 우려가 없습니다.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (China), Europe (8 countries), and South America (Chile).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish concha de Santiago
French cocquille Saint-Jacques
German Atlantische Pilgermuschel
Portuguese vieira
Russian grebeshok

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of St. James' shell?
The scientific name of St. James' shell is Pecten maximus. It belongs to the genus Pecten.
What is the conservation status of St. James' shell?
St. James' shell (Pecten maximus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does St. James' shell live?
St. James' shell is found in Widely distributed across Asia (China), Europe (8 countries), and South America (Chile).. Countries include Belgium, Chile, China, Denmark, France, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United Kingdom.
What family does St. James' shell belong to?
St. James' shell (Pecten maximus) belongs to the genus Pecten, which is part of the taxonomic family Pectinidae.
Is St. James' shell endangered?
No, St. James' shell (Pecten maximus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does St. James' shell belong to?
St. James' shell (Pecten maximus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).
What are the closest relatives of St. James' shell?
The closest relatives of St. James' shell in the genus Pecten include St.James's scallop.

Native Range — 10 Countries

Genus Pecten — 2 Species

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St. James' shell
Pecten maximus
LC
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St.James's scallop
Pecten jacobaeus
NE

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