clam shell photos online for identification?

[Turtlesteve]

i've noticed that all of the giant clams have very different looking shells. is there anywhere online i can view photo's of each one's shell characteristics? I want to be able to confirm what i'm buying if i ever get one.

thanks

 

[simonh]

Daniel Knop's book contains good information about clam identification and the characteristics of the shell. It is also a good book for information about the biology and care of these animals in aquaria. You can check out some of Daniel's free online articles here: http://www.aquariumfrontiers.net/On_The_Half_Shell.html

 

[MiNdErAsR]

I'd have to agree. Daniel Knop's book "Giant Clams" is the reference for all keepers of clams.

IMO

 

[vulkum]

i agree! i just got 2 new clams and have this book and learned alot before i bought. heres on of my new squamosa