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Clam

Marine life profile

Clam

Recorded at 5 dive sites

Where divers encounter it

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The Pacific geoduck is a species of very large saltwater clam in the family Hiatellidae. Its movements may be subtle, but feeding, filtering and defensive responses are constantly reshaping the reef at close range.

Dive sites5
Countries6
Animal groupInvertebrates
Safety profileGenerally Harmless

Meet the species

What to look for

How to Recognize It

Slow down and look for distinctive texture, symmetry and color rather than a familiar fish-like silhouette.

How It Behaves

Its movements may be subtle, but feeding, filtering and defensive responses are constantly reshaping the reef at close range.

Special Ability

Specialized tissues, stinging cells, regeneration or chemical defenses solve survival without speed or heavy armor.

Dive responsibly

Share the water well

How to Approach

Perfect your buoyancy and observe from above without touching the animal or the surface supporting it.

Safety

Many invertebrates are fragile, venomous or irritating to skin. Keep hands, fins and equipment clear.

Worth knowing

The detail you remember

Interesting Facts

The common name is derived from the Lushootseed name, gʷidəq.

Where to Find

Look closely on reef walls, coral heads, sand, seagrass, jetties and shaded overhangs.

Known countries

Sint MaartenThailandIndonesiaMozambiqueCanada