New Species of Giant Clam found!

[TarHeelReefer22]

Most have already probably seen this but here is the link:
http://www.sci-news.com/biology/science-tridacna-new-species-giant-clam-01569.html



Scientist are still trying to properly identify and classify this species to determine if it is endangered or not but I foresee a high price tags when these guys start hitting tanks!

 

[eliramos]

awesome! hopefully its not endangered!

 

[GHill762]

that was on reefbuilders too.. my understanding is that it is only slightly different than a typical maxima.. something to do with the shell having more distinct folds under the mantle, looking more like pointy teeth..

they are already in the hobby, apparently liveaquaria had some a couple years back..

New Tridacna species, one of these Maxima clams is not like the others

 

[TarHeelReefer22]

No matter the subtle differences importers will find a way to market it so that it will be expensive simply eco 101 supply vs demand

 

[ohio reefer]

I had a clam strikingly similar to this... Ordered off live Aquarias divers den. Unfortunately it passes during a tank move. If I can find the shell I'll post a picture.

 

[Anthrax15]

I dont know anyone that wants to put a 500lb clam in their tank O.O

 

[GHill762]

I dont know anyone that wants to put a 500lb clam in their tank O.O

sure they do.. people are always looking for gigas clams.. they're absolutely HUGE.. and fetch a pretty penny if you can even find one.. a big clam can be a great centerpiece..

that said, this maxima will not get that big.. a maxima is one of the smallest of the giant clams..

 

[rapture]

I want one in mine