BIOTIC Species Information for Hiatella spp.
Researched bySean Lindsley-Leake Data supplied byMarLIN
Refereed byThis information is not refereed
Reproduction/Life History
Reproductive typeGonochoristic
Developmental mechanismLecithotrophic
Reproductive SeasonSpring to Summer Reproductive LocationWater column
Reproductive frequencyAnnual episodic Regeneration potential No
Life span100+ years Age at reproductive maturityInsufficient information
Generation timeInsufficient information FecundityInsufficient information
Egg/propagule size0.05mm Fertilization typeExternal
Larvae/Juveniles
Larval/Juvenile dispersal potential1km-10km Larval settlement periodSummer to Autumn
Duration of larval stage1-2 months   
Reproduction Preferences Additional Information
Reproduction References Sejr et al., 2002, Greena & Grizzle, 2007, Lebour, 1938,
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