Common giant clam - Tridacna maxima

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Hmm, a blessing or a curse? This one is surrounded by fire coral. While it is possible it might help keep predatory octopus at bay, fire coral is also fast growing and could encroach upon the shell, possibly stinging the overhanging clam mantle.

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