Pectinidae Distribution and Habitat
Pectinidae live in all the oceans of the world. Most live in the Indo-Pacific region. Lots of species of Pectinidae live in quite shallow waters. This is about from the low tide line to 100 meters deep. Some species prefer much deeper water. Some species only live in very specific environments. However most species can live under many different conditions. Pectinidae can live in, on or under rocks, coral, rubble, sea grass, kelp, sand or mud. Adult specimens are either byssally attached or cemented to a substrate. Others swim freely.