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St. James' shell

Pecten maximus

Least Concern

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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 (ชั้นไบวาลเวีย)

Order

Pectinida (Pectinida)

Species

Pecten maximus (St. James' shell)

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 (สัตว์).

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.