Asiatic Clams:
This species is of originally mainly Asian origin and thus it is often commonly called Asian clam or Asiatic clam. In the aquarium and koi pond trade it is often called Golden Clam or Golden FreshwaterClam. In Southeast Asia it is known as the prosperity clam or good luck clam.
This species has been introduced into many parts of the world, including North America and Europe.
he outside of the shell is normally yellow-green with concentric rings. The color can flake, leaving white spots. The shells are lightly purple on the inside. They feed primarily on phytoplankton (algae), which they filter from the sandy bottom.
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