It's not every day that most of us are shopping for or cooking clams and mussels. Perhaps you're planning on doing a Feast of ...

Giant clams, some of the largest mollusks on Earth, have long fascinated scientists. These impressive creatures can grow up ...

Giant clams grow huge by relying on algae for energy. Scientists found genes that help them live with algae and grow big.

WASHINGTON— Responding to a petition by biologist Dwayne Meadows, Ph.D., and following the Center for Biological Diversity’s notice of intent to sue, the National Marine Fisheries Service proposed ...

There are many types of clam found all over the world. Some suit steaming, others are opened and served raw (like oysters), others can be used in stews or chowders. Popular species of clam include ...

But Ruiqi Li says it's possible that different species are lumped into one category simply because they look similar. "If you think these giant clams are all the same species, you might ...

A group of crustaceans commonly known as clam shrimp, characterized by their bivalve-like carapaces. Sexual dimorphism: The condition where the two sexes of the same species exhibit different ...

There are many types of clam found all over the world. Some suit steaming, others are opened and served raw (like oysters), others can be used in stews or chowders. Popular species of clam include ...

Researchers sequenced the genome of the giant clam Tridacna maxima, revealing genetic adaptations for algae symbiosis. These ...

T. maxima, because of its wide distribution, is currently classified as “least concern.” But Ruiqi Li said it’s possible that different species are lumped into one category simply because they look ...