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Haliotis tuberculata lamellosa |
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Abalone |
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Seeohr |
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Zeeoren |
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Ormeau |
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Oreja de mar |
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Orecchia di mare |
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The Mediterranean |
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Substrate and environment |
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Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species crawls on the seafloor
The animal hunts at night
The species can be found between 0 and 15 Meters
Uncommon Species
Endemic species.
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General behaviour of the species |
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Species generally solitary
The animal is indifferent to the presence of humans
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General characteristics of the species |
Maximum size : 8 cm
The animal is a grazer of algae.
The shell is covered with algae
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Relationship with humans |
The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food.
Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.).
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