Spondylus regius explained

Spondylus regius, the regal thorny oyster, is a species of bivalve mollusc in the family Spondylidae. It can be found in the Western Pacific,^[1] and can grow 156 mm in length.^[2]

Distribution and habitat

Spondylus regius is found in the Red Sea, Philippines, Japan, and Coral Sea waters on coral debris from depths of 5 to 80 meters.^[3]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Spondylus regius, regal thorny oyster. www.sealifebase.org. 2019-11-04.
2. Web site: Family: SPONDYLIDAE - Bagni Liggia. www.bagniliggia.it. 2021-11-15.
3. Web site: Encyclopedia of Life. www.eol.org. 2021-11-15.