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Bénitier Géant

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 (animal)
Phylum
Mollusca (mollusques)
Class
Bivalvia (Bivalvia)
Order
Cardiida (Cardiida)
Family
Cardiidae
Genus
Tridacna
Species
Tridacna gigas (Bénitier Géant)

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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Bénitier De Tevoro
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 Bénitier Géant?
The scientific name of Bénitier Géant is Tridacna gigas. It belongs to the genus Tridacna.
What is the conservation status of Bénitier Géant?
Bénitier Géant (Tridacna gigas) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Bénitier Géant live?
Bénitier Géant 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 Bénitier Géant belong to?
Bénitier Géant (Tridacna gigas) belongs to the genus Tridacna, which is part of the taxonomic family Cardiidae.
Is Bénitier Géant endangered?
Yes, Bénitier Géant (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 Bénitier Géant belong to?
Bénitier Géant (Tridacna gigas) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Bénitier Géant?
The closest relatives of Bénitier Géant in the genus Tridacna include Bénitier De Tevoro, smooth giant clam, boring clam.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Tridacna — 4 Species

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Bénitier De Tevoro
Tridacna mbalavuana
VU
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Bénitier Géant
Tridacna gigas
VU
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smooth giant clam
Tridacna derasa
VU 🐾
boring clam
Tridacna crocea
LC
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