Asiatic Clam

The Asiatic Clam is the clam that we collected in the river. Its origin is in eastern Asia and Africa. Exactly when and how is arrived in the United States is unknown.  The Asian clam does well in estuarine habitats and river beds and is found in fresh waters throughout the United States.  The Asian clam is known to clog intake pipes, damage industrial water systems, alter aquatic habitat, and disrupt irrigation canals. There is also concern that Asian clams compete for food with native mussels and clams.