
"Ctenoides ales" is a species of saltwater clam, a marine bivalve mollusk in the family Limidae, the file clams. It is known by the names electric flame scallop, disco scallop, electric clam and disco clam. The clam has been given these nicknames because its soft tissues flash light like a disco ball. It is the only bivalve known to have light displays.
The electric clam is widespread throughout the tropical waters of the central Indo-Pacific region from Indonesia to Palau Islands and.. more
Similar species: File Clams
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Uploaded Aug 7, 2016. Captured Feb 26, 2016 15:50 in Panagsama Rd, Moalboal, Cebu, Philippines.