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 ...
Once abundant, the massive, colorful clam is now locally extinct in many regions, with a critical drop in population due to overfishing and climate change. The giant clam, known for its colorful ...
The global trade in giant clams warrants closer scrutiny following large-scale seizures and a lack of knowledge on the dynamics and scale of the trade, says a rapid assessment released by TRAFFIC ...
Located along the shores of the South China Sea in Hainan province — a southern island sometimes referred to as China’s Hawaii — the coastal town of Tanmen used to be the home of a flourishing trade ...