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grebeshok

Pecten maximus

Least Concern

About

St. James' shell (Pecten maximus) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

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).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇨🇳 China 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇨🇱 Chile 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Bivalvia (двустворчатые)

Order

Pectinida (Pectinida)

Species

Pecten maximus (grebeshok)

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 grebeshok?

The scientific name of grebeshok is Pecten maximus. It belongs to the genus Pecten.

What is the conservation status of grebeshok?

grebeshok (Pecten maximus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does grebeshok live?

grebeshok 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 grebeshok belong to?

grebeshok (Pecten maximus) belongs to the genus Pecten, which is part of the taxonomic family Pectinidae.

Is grebeshok endangered?

No, grebeshok (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 grebeshok belong to?

grebeshok (Pecten maximus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).

What are the closest relatives of grebeshok?

The closest relatives of grebeshok in the genus Pecten include St.James's scallop.