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 to 4.5 feet in length and weigh over 700 pounds, making them icons of ...

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

Queen Maxima, the Queen of The Netherlands, is married to King Willem-Alexander and mother to Princess Catharina-Amalia, Alexia and Ariane. The Buenos Aires-born member of the Dutch royal family ...

In a new study led by CU Boulder, scientists sequenced the genome of the most widespread species of giant clam, Tridacna maxima, to reveal how these creatures adapted their genome to coexist with ...

New research reveals how resident algae altered the genome of these fabled sea creatures, allowing them to access more nutrients.