Clam (Tridacna sp.), detail of mantle. Microscopic algal cells are contained in the mantle. Myrmidon Reef, Queensland, Australia

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Size: 5298px × 3566px
Location: Myrmidon Reef, Queensland, Australia
Photo credit: © Mark Spencer/AUSCAPE / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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