The scientific name of this clam is Tridacna gigas. The word Tridacna comes from the Greek word tridaknos meaning oyster, and the Latin word gigas means giant. It belon… Meer weergeven

These clams have a thick, heavy shell with fluted edges that protects the mantle, or soft tissue, inside it. Its mantle, which accounts for only about 10 percent of its bod… Meer weergeven

These clams live in warm water habitats. Specifically, they are found in the South Pacific and Indian Oceans. They live off the northern coast of Australia, as well as near the … Meer weergeven

These clams are omnivores. However, since they are attached to a coral reef, they can’t hunt for food. Luckily, the food comes to them! These mollusks have a siphoning syst… Meer weergeven

It may seem like the sheer size of this clam would keep all threats away. Nonetheless, this mollusk does have some predators. Reef fish, eels, and starfisheat the meat of the … Meer weergeven