pecten magellanicus (Meaning)

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pecten magellanicus (n)

a large scallop inhabiting deep waters of the Atlantic coast of North America

Synonyms & Antonyms of pecten magellanicus

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pecten magellanicus Sentence Examples

  1. Pecten magellanicus, commonly known as the sea scallop, is a highly valued seafood delicacy.
  2. The Pecten magellanicus species is native to the cold waters of the northwest Atlantic Ocean.
  3. The Pecten magellanicus has a distinctive fan-shaped shell with 20 to 50 ribs radiating from its umbone.
  4. The edible part of Pecten magellanicus is the large adductor muscle that closes the shell.
  5. Pecten magellanicus is often prepared by grilling, pan-searing, or deep-frying.
  6. The annual commercial harvest of Pecten magellanicus supports a significant fishery in the northeastern United States and Canada.
  7. The Pecten magellanicus is a filter feeder, using its gills to capture plankton from the surrounding water.
  8. The Pecten magellanicus is sexually mature at around 3 years of age and can live for up to 20 years.
  9. The Pecten magellanicus is a keystone species in its ecosystem, providing food and habitat for other marine life.
  10. Conservation efforts are in place to protect Pecten magellanicus populations from overfishing and habitat degradation.

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a large scallop inhabiting deep waters of the Atlantic coast of North America

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

Pecten magellanicus, commonly known as the sea scallop, is a highly valued seafood delicacy.

The Pecten magellanicus species is native to the cold waters of the northwest Atlantic Ocean.

The Pecten magellanicus has a distinctive fan-shaped shell with 20 to 50 ribs radiating from its umbone.

The edible part of Pecten magellanicus is the large adductor muscle that closes the shell.