Think of the inhabitants of a coral reef, and chances are you'll think of a giant clam, the largest aquatic mollusc on Earth at up to 250 kilograms and a meter long. But despite its size and fame, the ...

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 ...

Giant clams (Tridacna gigas), members of the family Tridacnidae and among the most striking inhabitants of tropical coral reefs, are being driven toward extinction. Over-harvesting for jewelry, the ...

The Waikiki Aquarium announced today that its beloved giant clam, or Tridacna gigas, died of suspected natural causes on Tuesday. The clam was believed to be the oldest of its species in captivity ...

Giant clams thrive thanks to algae living inside their bodies, which feed them sugar made from sunlight. Scientists have now uncovered genetic adaptations that allow the clams to welcome these algae ...

Think of the inhabitants of a coral reef, and chances are you’ll think of a giant clam, the largest aquatic mollusc on Earth at up to 250 kilograms and a metre long. But despite its size and fame, the ...