What is a surfing clam?

Surf Clam, Solidissima, comes from the oceans off the coast of the Eastern United States, running from Maine to North Carolina. It is also called Atlantic Surf Clam, Skimmer, Hen Clam. And Clam Clam, this clam is harvested throughout the year. Bar CMS are the largest clams that grow on the Atlantic coast. Surf clams are known for their fine, sweet taste.

Surf clams grows rapidly and matures in five to seven years. More oval or triangular shape than round, surf clams grow between 4 and 8 inches (10.2 to 20.3 cm). Surf clams can grow more slowly in warmer waters. These clams can live for about 35 years. Adult surf clams prefer to plunge into the sand and rarely move if I do not die of seawater during storms or because of strong streams. The surfing clams that appear over Písek will try to rebura as soon as possible.

Surf Clams feeds on plankton. In return, surf shells are consumed not only by human beings, but the horseshoe, sea starsby walls and moon snails. In addition, the sea seagulls take the surfing clams and drop the clams on concrete or on other hard surfaces to break the shell. The bird is then able to feast on the meat. Raccoon and foxes enjoy surf clams that are washed ashore.

Skimmers can achieve sexual maturity during the first year, but most do not emerge until the second year. Surf clams will emerge twice a year, from mid -October to early November and from mid -July to early August. Clams store eggs and sperm in the water. After about three weeks spent as floating larvae, the clams immersion to the sandy bottom to start their life on the floor of the ocean.

Surf clams has a high protein content and relatively low calories and fat. 3.5 ounces (100 g) Surfing Clams has 67 calories. This clam consists of 13.5 % protein and 0.5 percent fat. In addition, the portion contains 0.2% omega-3 fatty acids that are assumed to help protect the heart. Surf clams also contain selenium and niacin. Selenies are assumed to help prevent cancer while niacin can help control body cholesterol levels.

Surf Clams are sold, frozen and fresh. Fresh surf shells are used as bait. People consume surf clams in molds of fried clams, juices and juices.