Beautiful Nodipecten nodosus (Linnaeus, 1758) personally collected from the Dry Tortugas, Florida. This specimen has excellent orange, red, and cream coloration with the bold raised nodules and strong radial sculpture characteristic of the species. Both valves are included and show nicely contrasting coloration.

Specimen Data

Family: Pectinidae
Species: Nodipecten nodosus
Author: (Linnaeus, 1758)
Location: Dry Tortugas, Florida
Method: Baited lobster trap
Depth: 200–220 ft
Date: August 2026
Collector: Randy D. Rivera — F/V AVA PILAR
Measurements: H 44.5 mm × W 43.0 mm
TSC #: 0951PEC-TSC

Condition

Very nice personally collected specimen with both valves present. Strong natural coloration and attractive sculpture. Some minor imperfections may be present, normal for deep-water trap-collected specimens. Please examine photos carefully for exact condition.

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Tortugas Shell Collection

Personally collected in the Dry Tortugas aboard the F/V AVA PILAR and offered with complete collection data.