Flaming Scallop?

[archman]

If somebody called me a flaming scallop, I think I'd deck him.

 

[shoredivr]

My logbook notes "Flame File Shell @ 36 ft Pixie Pinnacle Bommie, GBR, June 8, 2007."


The animal appeared to emit a bluish flash along the inner mantle...we were told to look for this action once we found it.

*Edit* Darn, tried to upload a small video clip, not happening, but it did look a lot like your photo, OP.

 

[irishsquid]

I'm not an expert, but; all "flaming" scallops I've seen were accompanied by shrimp, onions and the occasional mushroom. All slathered with butter, and a cold beer on the side.

 

[drl]

Shoredivr, that's the one we saw too, a couple of months later. Same site.

 

[debljames]

Thanks shoredivr and drl for confirming. I'm betting it was the same site where we saw it as I do recall the name, Pixie Pinnacle. I guess I should get better at logging my dives!