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Green Abalone

Haliotis fulgens

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Gastropoda ›Order: Lepetellida ›Family: Haliotidae ›Genus: Haliotis

About

Haliotis fulgens, commonly called the green abalone, is a species of large sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Haliotidae, the abalones. The shell of this species is usually brown, and is marked with many low, flat-topped ribs which run parallel to the five to seven open respiratory pores that are elevated above the shell’s surface. The inside of the shell is an iridescent blue and green.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Green Abalone?
The scientific name of Green Abalone is Haliotis fulgens.
What is the conservation status of Green Abalone?
The Green Abalone has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
What kingdom does Green Abalone belong to?
Green Abalone belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Green Abalone belong to?
Green Abalone belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Green Abalone belong to?
Green Abalone belongs to the class Gastropoda.
What order does Green Abalone belong to?
Green Abalone belongs to the order Lepetellida.
What family does Green Abalone belong to?
Green Abalone belongs to the family Haliotidae.
What genus does Green Abalone belong to?
Green Abalone belongs to the genus Haliotis.