Abalone Worldwide: Haliotidae delivers a thorough and visually compelling examination of the abalone species found across the world’s oceans. Combining authoritative taxonomy with exceptional photography, this volume serves as both a scientific reference and an indispensable guide for malacologists, aquaculture professionals, conservationists, and shell collectors.

Inside, readers will find:

• Detailed species descriptions covering shell morphology, diagnostic features, and meaningful variation across global populations.

• High-quality full-color photographs and plates illustrating shell form, coloration, nacre patterns, and key identifying characteristics.

• Current systematic classification, reflecting the latest advances in Haliotidae taxonomy, phylogeny, and species-level revisions.

• Distributional, ecological, and habitat notes, providing insights into the biogeography, environmental preferences, and ecological roles of abalone worldwide.

A vital resource for researchers, students, divers, aquaculture specialists, and shell enthusiasts, this volume celebrates the extraordinary diversity, economic importance, and natural beauty of the family Haliotidae.