A shift in ocean currents or warm water may have transported clam larvae northward, leading to the discovery of these elusive creatures. So far, Goddard and Valentich-Scott have located at least ...

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 ...

He filled mesh bags with seashells and pebbles and placed them in the shallows. Clam larvae finally began to adhere to the inside of the bags. But his troubles were not yet over. Species of rays ...

Giant clams, among the largest mollusks in the ocean, are a fascinating part of tropical coral reefs. These enormous ...