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Pink Abalone (Haliotis corrugata)

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Pink abalone (Haliotis corrugata) is a marine gastropod found from Point Conception, California, to Baja California Sur, Mexico. It lives in sheltered coastal water and is recognized by its thick, rounded shell with strong corrugations, two to four elevated respiratory pores, and a mottled black-and-white margin. It is an herbivore that feeds mainly on kelp and drift algae.

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Where is Pink Abalone found?

Haliotis corrugata ranges from Point Conception in California to Baja California Sur, Mexico. It generally lives in sheltered coastal water.

Why is Pink Abalone called corrugated?

Its thick, rounded shell has strong corrugations, or raised folds, across the surface. The species is Haliotis corrugata.

How many respiratory pores does Pink Abalone have?

Pink Abalone is recognized by two to four elevated respiratory pores. These openings help move water through the mantle cavity.

How is Pink Abalone different from Green Abalone?

Pink Abalone is Haliotis corrugata and has a strongly corrugated, rounded shell. Green Abalone is Haliotis fulgens, whose name is linked to green coloration in its iridescent shell interior.

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