Protection under the Endangered Species Act is an important step toward helping the species rebound.” Giant clams — the largest grow to a shell length of 54 inches and weigh nearly 500 pounds — live ...

Giant clams, some of the largest mollusks on Earth, have long fascinated scientists. These impressive creatures can grow up to 4.5 feet in length and weigh over 700 pounds, making them icons of ...

Various stakeholders implemented a Giant Clam Restocking Project in Anilao to save the endangered species from extinction. The March 15 activity included representatives from the local government of ...

(IDEX Online) - The world's largest pearl - weighing 27.65kg and valued at $98m is currently being displayed at a secret ...

The least threatened clam species, T. crocea, also happens to be the smallest. Its small size—around 15 centimeters in length—makes it difficult for fishers to find in the reef bed. M.L. Neo et al., ...

In the sand surrounding coral reefs, the giant clam reigns supreme; they are massive, multi-colored, and statuesque. As the largest living bivalve mollusk, the giant clam acts as a lynchpin for its ...