Maxima clam
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| Tridacna maxima Röding, 1798 |
The maxima clam (Tridacna maxima), also known as the small giant clam, is a species of clam found throughout the Indo-Pacific. 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 specimen typically not exceeding eight inches in length.
[edit] References
- Wells, S. (1996). Tridacna maxima. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCN 2006. Retrieved on 16 Jan 2007.
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