Fluted Clam Shell spike a remarkable feat of natural

a remarkable feat of natural engineering

two-sided fronds about 5 cm (2 in) tall and not more than 5 mm (0

The Red Sea Fan comes from the deep parts of the reefs of the Indian Ocean and has a classic sea fan appearance

the common name

Fluted Clam Shell spike a remarkable feat of naturalThe Fluted Giant Clam, Tridacna squamosa, is one of a number of large clam species native to the shallow coral reefs of the South Pacific and Indian Oceans. It is distinguished by the presence of large leaf like fluted edges on its shell called 'scutes' which are often used as shelter by organisms such as small crabs, clams and other invertebrates. Normal colouration of the mantle ranges from browns and purples to greens, blues and yellows which are