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giant clam

Tridacna gigas

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (حيوانات)
Phylum
Mollusca (رخويات)
Class
Bivalvia (ذوات الصدفتين)
Order
Cardiida (Cardiida)
Family
Cardiidae
Genus
Tridacna
Species
Tridacna gigas (giant clam)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオシャコガイ
French Bénitier Géant
German Große Riesenmuschel
Turkish dev deniz taragi

Similar Species in Tridacna

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devil clam
Tridacna mbalavuana
Vulnerable
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smooth giant clam
Tridacna derasa
Vulnerable
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boring clam
Tridacna crocea
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of giant clam?
The scientific name of giant clam is Tridacna gigas. It belongs to the genus Tridacna.
What is the conservation status of giant clam?
giant clam (Tridacna gigas) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does giant clam live?
giant clam is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does giant clam belong to?
giant clam (Tridacna gigas) belongs to the genus Tridacna, which is part of the taxonomic family Cardiidae.
Is giant clam endangered?
Yes, giant clam (Tridacna gigas) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does giant clam belong to?
giant clam (Tridacna gigas) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).
What are the closest relatives of giant clam?
The closest relatives of giant clam in the genus Tridacna include devil clam, smooth giant clam, boring clam.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Tridacna — 4 Species

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giant clam
Tridacna gigas
VU
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devil clam
Tridacna mbalavuana
VU 🐾
smooth giant clam
Tridacna derasa
VU 🐾
boring clam
Tridacna crocea
LC
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