The average weight of the giant clam is 100-200kg (220-440lbs). Giant Clam which scientific name is tridacna gigas is 90-120cm (35-47in). Giant Clam usually lives in saltwater seafloors. It has a shell skin type.
Facts about giant clams
Name | Giant Clam |
Weight | 100-200kg (220-440lbs) |
Family | Tridacnidae |
Main Prey | Algae, phytoplantkon, nutrients in water |
Scientific Name | Tridacna gigas |
Phylum | Mollusca |
Colour | Green, red, blue, yellow, orange, brown, pink |
Number of Species | 100 |
Average Litter Size | Millions |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Genus | Tridacna |
Size | 90-120cm (35-47in) |
Predators | Eels, snails, starfish |
Class | Bivalvia |
Conservation Status | Threatened |
Habitat | Saltwater seafloors |
Common Name | Giant clam |
Skin Type | Shell |