The flesh of abalone is widely considered to be a delicacy, and is consumed raw or cooked by a variety of cuisines. Abalone are globally distributed, with approximately 70 known species alive today. …

Nov 28, 2025 · abalone, any of several marine snails, constituting the genus Haliotis and family Haliotidae in the subclass Prosobranchia (class Gastropoda), in which the shell has a row of holes …

Abalone produce pearls by secreting a shell over parasites or irritating particles of gravel that lodge in their flesh. Some abalone farmers, hoping to harvest pearls at a later date, are now seeding abalone.

Jun 4, 2024 · Abalone, scientifically part of the Haliotis family of sea snails, is a marine gastropod mollusk that has earned a distinguished place in the world of seafood, revered for both its exquisite …

Abalone, a name that evokes images of iridescent shells and succulent seafood, is more than just a culinary delicacy. It represents a complex intersection of biology, economics, cultural significance, …

A traditional abalone steak is prepared by dusting the pounded abalone with flour or breadcrumbs and frying it quickly in oil or butter. Thirty seconds on each side is all that is necessary and the abalone …

Dec 31, 2025 · Abalone is one of the most expensive seafood items in the world due to overfishing and generally scarce supply to begin with, along with regional prestige.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife manages California's diverse fish, wildlife, and plant resources, and the habitats upon which they depend, for their ecological values and for their use and enjoyment by …

Jan 23, 2014 · When cooked, abalone is milky-moist, tender and mild — somewhat like lobster, though sweeter to the sophisticated palate. Taste-wise, abalone is also a distant cousin to calamari.

Feb 8, 2022 · Abalone is a hand-sized sea snail that lives in coastal saltwaters. Unlike other sea snails, it has just one singular shell covering the top and uses a large foot to cling to rocks and eat algae.