
Description
Tridacna maxima is a species of bivalve mollusc found throughout the Indo-Pacific region. They are much sought after in the aquarium trade, as their often striking coloration mimics that of the true giant clam; however, the maximas maintain a manageable size, with the shells of large specimens typically not exceeding... Read more in SeabookLocations
- Sri Lanka
- Maldives
- Vietnam
- Seychelles
- Egypt East
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Colors
white
brown
green
blue
Habitat and Environment
Benthic
Coral reef
Conservation status
(VU) Vulnerable