Florent's Guide To The

Tropical Reefs

Smooth Giant Clam

Tridacna derasa

Smooth Giant Clam - Tridacna derasa

Location: Palau

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Scientific Name: Tridacna derasa

Also known as: Derasa Clam, Southern Giant Clam

Category: Giant Clams

Size: Up to 20 in. (up to 50 cm)

Depth: 3-30 ft. (1-10 m)

Distribution: Indo-West Pacific, Australia

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