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Source iNaturalist NZ
Associated observations

Photos / Sounds

What

New Zealand Fan Scallop (Talochlamys zelandiae)

Observer

memopob

Date

March 7, 2016

Place

Ruby Bay (Google, OSM)

Description

Very fine specimen pair from which the sponge has been partially removed to show the delicate fluted frilling.
Note also the assymetry of the hinge wings which leaves an opening.
Rib patterning is also different on each valve.

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