146. Photosynthetic Clams

Water Colors Aquarium Gallery · Dec 29, 2023 · 1h 19m

This episode, is all about clams in the subfamily Tridacninae. Photosynthetic clams look stunning and otherworldly, yet their physiology is even more fascinating than their appearance. The Water Colors team covers a wide array of related topics; including the history of clam aquaculture, a brief overview of care, and a handful of species profiles.

Species Discussed in this Episode: – Giant clam (Tridacna gigas) – Southern giant clam (Tridacna derasa) – Small giant clam (Tridacna maxima) – Boring clam (Tridacna crocea) – Fluted giant clam (Tridacna squamosa)…