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Atrina vexillum Born, 1778
| Family Name: | Pinnidae |
| Taxonomic Group: | Invertebrates (Mollusc) |
| Common Name: | Indo-Pacific Fan Shell |
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Ecology, Habitat & Location
| Ecological Notes | In sand near coral reefs. Almost fully buried in the sand, with narrow pointed base firmly anchored. Broad end above sand surface usually slightly opened to expose colourful mantle. |
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| Habitats | Coral Reef, Marine |
| Distribution | East Africa to Polynesia. |
Conservation
| Trends & Threats | Habitat degradation, and collection. |
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| Scientific Interest & Potential Value | Used as food. |
| Conservation Notes | Not commonly seen now. Sites of occurrence need to be identified, some need to be designated as nature areas or marine protected areas, and legislation to protect marine life from over-collecting needs to be instituted. |
Status
| Singapore Red Data Book Status | Vulnerable (VU) [2008] |
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References
| References | Davison, G.W.H., Ng, P.K.L. & Ho, H.C (Eds.). 2008. The Singapore Red Data Book (2nd Edition). Singapore: Nature Society (Singapore). 285pp |
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