HKU Marine Scientists Reveal Giant Clam Feeding Strategy Could Determine Their Future Survival
February 26, 2026
February 26, 2026
HONG KONG, Feb. 26 -- The University of Hong Kong issued the following news release:
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HKU Marine Scientists Reveal Giant Clam Feeding Strategy Could Determine Their Future Survival
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Giant clams ( Tridacna gigas ), members of the family Tridacnidae and among the most striking inhabitants of tropical coral reefs, are being driven towards extinction. Over-harvesting for jewellery, the aquarium trade, and food, together with habitat loss and . . .
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HKU Marine Scientists Reveal Giant Clam Feeding Strategy Could Determine Their Future Survival
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Giant clams ( Tridacna gigas ), members of the family Tridacnidae and among the most striking inhabitants of tropical coral reefs, are being driven towards extinction. Over-harvesting for jewellery, the aquarium trade, and food, together with habitat loss and . . .