Derasa Clam Shell (5”-6”) white The densest ivory bush coral

The densest ivory bush coral “forests” are located at depths of approximately 150-300 feet (~50-100 m)

Melongena crown conchs are found in shallow water in the West Indies

Next week we will explore more about this great local species

which are right-handed

The shell is 6

Derasa Clam Shell (5”-6”) white The densest ivory bush coralThe Derasa Clam (Tridacna derasa) is the second largest clam of the Tridacna clams. It is also one of the easier clams to care for. This clam can grow to about 20 inches in captivity. They typically have a brown gold coloration with white stripes or spots. It may also have bright blue along the outline of the mantel.