Fluted Clam Shell (5”-6”) multi cut but may be found on

but may be found on rare occasions

They are restricted to shallow waters and tend to live in sheltered areas where they eat plankton

a remarkable feat of natural engineering

The shell has about 5 whorls and a large aperture

where traditional filter feeding is less effective

Fluted Clam Shell (5”-6”) multi cut but may be found onThe 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