Natural Science Specimen
Natural Science Specimen
Classifier
Scientific Name
Lambis truncata ([Lightfoot], 1786)
Classification
Family
Genus
Species
Specimen Category
Storage Method
Region
Field Collection Site
Collection Method
Collection Date
29 Aug 2017
Collector
Depth from
1m
Site Description
Teleki Tonga, [South Minerva Reef], western lagoon
Habitat Notes
Started dive inside enclosed lagoon, sandy bottom. High density of Tridacna spp. Drift dive over reef flat and finished in other lagoon
Site latitude/longitude
-23.9365 (± 20 m)
-179.10489 (± 20 m)
Last Update
03 Jan 2025
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