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

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so the mollusks were reintroduced on a neighboring island that’s free of invasive species Shi En Kim Aging gracefully comes naturally to these creatures, which can live for hundreds, and ...

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Though recently gaining the limelight as a superior alternative to lobster tail, a species of giant isopod is making headlines for another reason: it was never officially entered into the scientific ...

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

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