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Smooth Giant Clam

Tridacna derasa

Photo by The MnMs
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Field Notes

Description:

Can grow to 60 cm. Smooth shell with 5-6 strongly projecting vertical folds. Mantle with colorful striped pattern of wavy lines or spots.

Habitat:

Seen while snorqueling in the shore of Lankayan Island, Sabah (Borneo):

Reference Links:

Southern giant clam

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Comments (2)
The MnMs
Thanks Daniele! Yes, they are really diverse and always interesting :-)
DanielePralong
Beautiful Marta! I never tire of seeing these giant clams.

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PublishedMay 19, 2016

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