CMFRI Achieves Induced Breeding of Mangrove Clam

The ICAR–Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has successfully achieved induced breeding of mangrove clam (Geloina erosa) under captive conditions.

What are Mangrove Clams?

  • Mangrove clams are large mud-dwelling bivalve molluscs found in estuaries and mangrove ecosystems.
  • They live buried in organic-rich muddy sediments in intertidal coastal zones.
  • Commonly known as mud clams and locally called “Kandal Kakka” in Kerala.

Physical and Biological Features

  • Among the largest mud clams, growing up to about 10 cm shell width.
  • Possess two hard shells and feed by filtering water for organic particles.
  • Thrive in brackish water conditions of mangrove forests and estuaries.

Ecological Role

  • Help recycle nutrients ....
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