Clams Whole Large with Shell Nt. Wt. 500 g (Pcs 6-8)

Different Names and Habitat:

• Clams, a popular shellfish with soft bodies encased in two hard shells, are known by various names and found in diverse habitats across the world, including coastal and estuarine environments in India. Here’s a look at their different names and habitats:

  Different Names of Clams

  1. Common Names (English): Clams, Cockles (small types), Razor Clams, Soft-shell Clams.

  2. Regional Names in India:

     • Kalamuchi / Khubbe – Goa, Karnataka.
     • Onakkalari – Kerala.
     • Khim / Tisreo – Maharashtra.
     • Sippikai – Tamil Nadu.

  3. Scientific Classification: Clams belong to various genera like Mercenaria, Mactra, and Paphia, and are part of the class Bivalvia.