Scientists from Scripps Institution of Oceanography descended thousands of meters where they likely discovered dozens of new animal species. Creatures flourish where methane gas seeps into the ocean ...

It’s a good day to be a marine biologist: a bundle of new species has been found living among the deep-sea methane seeps off ...

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

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

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

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

MSU’s Infrastructure Planning and Facilities is seeking a grant from the DNR to remove the weir, a low-rise barrier built ...

If you’re a seafood lover, you’ve likely found yourself debating between two popular choices: oysters and clams. Both mollusks offer distinct flavors, textures, and culinary possibilities. This ...

The local DNR fisheries team has monitored the Clam River Flowage for many years. Fisheries surveys were conducted in 1991, 1997, and 2012. Recent management activities have focused on sport angler ...

But in September 2023, a citizen scientist near Ipswich in Queensland uploaded pictures of an unusual gold-colored clam to iNaturalist; a citizen science platform that feeds species observations ...

A million years ago, a species known as Homo erectus most likely survived in an arid desert with no trees. By Carl Zimmer Chimpanzees live only in African rainforests and woodlands. Orangutans ...

Australian scientists have discovered a new species of the deadly funnel-web spider that is bigger and more venomous than its relatives, nicknaming it "Big Boy." In research released Monday ...