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Haliotis semiplicata
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Top view of a Haliotis semiplicata shell
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Haliotis lauta Reeve, 1846

The Haliotis semiplicata, also known as the semiplicate abalone, is a type of sea snail. It is a marine mollusk that belongs to the abalone family, called Haliotidae. Abalones are special sea snails known for their beautiful, ear-shaped shells.

About the Semiplicate Abalone

This abalone has a shell that usually measures between 30 mm and 60 mm. That's about the size of a small cookie or a large button.

Where It Lives

You can find the semiplicate abalone in the Western Pacific Ocean. It also lives off the coast of Western Australia. These marine snails prefer ocean environments.

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