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Haliotis fulgens, green abalone
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Haliotis fulgens, green abalone
A pair of green abalone shells (Haliotis fulgens). This bivalve can been found upto 10m offshore in California
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Archaeogastropoda Aspidobranchia Bivalve Bivalve Mollusc Bivalvia Black Background California Gastropod Gastropoda Lamellibranch Lamellibranchia Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk North America Pearlescent Shell Shiny Abalone Haliotis Invertebrata
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In this image, a pair of green abalone shells (Haliotis fulgens) gracefully rest against a tranquil, blue and black background. These bivalves, native to the northwestern Pacific Ocean along the coasts of California and northern Japan, are members of the Phascolarctidae family within the class Gastropoda and order Haliotida. Green abalone, also known as California green abalone or black-lipped abalone, are characterized by their distinctive, round, green and brown, pearlescent shells. The upper part of the shell is typically dark green or black, while the lower part is lighter in color, with intricate, brown patterns. The outer lip of the shell is marked with a distinct, white, crescent-shaped band. Green abalone can be found in shallow, rocky intertidal areas and subtidal zones, up to a depth of 10 meters. They feed primarily on red algae, using their radula, a tongue-like organ covered with tiny teeth, to scrape the algae from the rocks. Green abalone are highly valued for their delicious meat, which has a tender texture and a rich, savory flavor. However, due to overfishing and habitat destruction, populations of green abalone have declined significantly, and they are now considered a threatened species. Conservation efforts are underway to protect and restore their populations, ensuring the continued existence of these magnificent marine invertebrates for future generations. This stunning pair of green abalone shells serves as a reminder of the beauty and fragility of the marine environment and the importance of preserving it for future generations.
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