Harvest Giant Clam - Tridacna gigas - Fishermen Harvest Millions of Giant Clams This Way

[@ssumrll]

감사합니다.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thank you very much, we will continue to try to produce more quality videos. Wishing you and your family good health, success and happiness

[@joanneganon7157]

I have seen them before . The folks on the food show had to ask the Prime Minister if they could harvest one! You and your crew have done a fabulous job regrouping the species 🎉. JO JO IN VT 🇺🇲💞

[@GeneralPadron]

Leviticus Ch. 11, no, they are not food.

[@mavicsantos5720]

These giant clams plays a role in the environment. It is illegal to get giant clams in the Philippines. It takes years for a guant clam to grow. So please take care of them.

[@mochjuwaini9258]

same with Indonesia, its also illegal

[@mujkocka]

Each line on the shell is a year. That’s how long it takes.

[@선자윤-p3b]

1:55

[@Akiku2]

They're harvesting to increase the population, according to the video.

[@msg4869]

Same with fiji they are hard to find in the fiji area due to over undulance

[@MrScaryPasta]

In Sea World San Diego, there’s a humongous giant clam that sits peacefully in a large aquarium. It houses a very large pearl. It’s one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen. I hope more people work to help save this beautiful species from extinction. We all need to do our part to conserve nature and protect it.

[@johnibrazzell764]

I'm going to Sea World soon. And now I can't wait to see their giant clam🎉

[@MrScaryPasta]

@@johnibrazzell764 It’s pretty big. To me it’s like a living fossil. And the fact it produced a pearl too, EPIC and ASTONISHING

[@BxBxProductions]

no theyre tasty

[@desperatelyseekingrealnews]

@@BxBxProductions Cor! that's really funny, did you think it up all by yourself, you clever thing , Now run along and tell mummy you made a joke on the computer

[@BxBxProductions]

@@desperatelyseekingrealnews yes!!! omg!! mommy will be so praud!1!! 💅

[@bjw4859]

I live in Australia & my father owned a charter boat so we visited the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef for years & saw many of these clams in the wild while diving, they really are an amazing part of the life that goes on underwater.

[@TonyFarmUs]

great, are the clams there big? or small

[@markissboi3583]

@@TonyFarmUs same as your video ive seen also on barrier reef some are huge gigantism bigusdickuss

[@howardhughes7596]

In '99 I saw one there that was about five foot long. Beautifully colored. I have a fluted one that I found in Samoa in '82 that is only about 12 inches long, but the flutes are almost two inches. That one i have packed away in the US. One day it will be in someone's aquarium. @@TonyFarmUs

[@hulkgqnissanpatrol6121]

We find smaller ones washed up near the 12 apostles usualy around 20-30cm, I'm guessing they die as it gets too cold? 🤔

[@liselibrownoiagz]

Man I remember watching this when I was 12...you alongside my grandfather inspired me to get my scuba certification. He told the thrilling stories, and you showed me how exciting and beautiful the “Blue” world can be.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks for sharing

[@BertramBombardo]

I have half of a giant clam shell that weighs at least 50 lbs. Often, after having to lift and move the thing, I am awe-struck to think how strong the muscle that once lived inside it had to be in order open and close that shell.weldone

[@VitaKet]

I mean clams are essentially just two giant muscles..

[@Yvuyctxtxtx]

@@VitaKetYes, and it’s awe-striking, as stated above.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks for sharing!

[@airmanma]

They shouldn't be eating them. They filter the waters.

[@TonyFarmUs]

If you eat them in moderation, they will still help filter water.

[@sophrosyne88]

It kills me to see how greed pushed this magnificant creature to the edge of extinction

[@youthinkso-u9q]

hmmm China, talking about greed......

[@sophrosyne88]

@@youthinkso-u9q well, talking about greed, you think about China instead of colonism empire countries?

[@anguished0]

​@@sophrosyne88 china has been taking thousands of giant clams illegally in the Philippines

[@Yvuyctxtxtx]

Our entire planet is being pushed to extinction.

[@Yvuyctxtxtx]

@@youthinkso-u9qI’m guessing you are also from the definitely-not-greedy country of US.

[@johnchapman-tz2oq]

I worked on a boat on The Great Barrier of Australia and witnessed Asian boats gathering our Clams and destroying our reef in the process. Thank you for preserving our valuable resource.

[@dadrising6464]

It aint asian boats.. ita the chinese. (In most cases st least)

[@Everybodyknowsitimgooddgurl]

They r Chinese boat not asian pls stooopp 💀

[@therebex23]

​@@dadrising6464So...Asia is a continent and China is a country. Countries are smaller than continents. China is a country in the continent of Asia. Therefore, "Asian boats" are not specifically Chinese BUT Chinese boats ARE Asian boats.

[@TonyFarmUs]

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[@laurat5143]

Oh my God. I'm very impressed by the size of the Giants and the amazing colors I have seen when in the water. I'm sure happy to see that people are protecting them. They can sell for their tasty meat. 😊Thumbs up to the people who raise them in safe beds. 👍 thank you so much for sharing your experience.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks for sharing

[@terryfloresdgny]

I didnt know about the giant clams culture and the importance of this kind of farm to protect the natural population of this species in particular. Thanks as always.

[@TonyFarmUs]

We are glad you like it.

[@talulamohinisum]

since i have watched the very first video of Jonathan Birds blue world 5 months ago i am now a rescue diver been to 4 different countries and bought my own gear. I want to say Jonathan you are my true inspiration!

[@kimberlyspillers461]

You’re a quick study and a fast mover! Congrats!! Will you be doing any videos?

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks for sharing

[@mystisith3984]

I find them so beautiful in their environment. No desire whatsoever to eat them.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks a lot for your comment

[@KKK-gr6mi]

it's illegal to catch them in the Philippines.

[@TonyFarmUs]

yes, exactly

[@johnareldemol9335]

Iligal Kong sa dagat kita mo Naman farm Yan

[@romeogerolaga7505]

Yet local took few of them and become our pulutan 😂

[@romeogerolaga7505]

Yet local took few of them and become our pulutan 😂

[@julieinthedesert420]

Should be completely illegal, PERIOD! Along with Octopus'

[@JiraiyaBridget]

Jon I dont know if you realise how valuable it is to have a wildlife presenter who has a sense of humour, and explains the biology of the stuff without being for lack of a better word, barmy. In other words, nobody in that industry is normal apart from you and Sir David Attenborough!

[@checktheskies5040]

Wtf is normal?

[@therebex23]

​@@checktheskies5040Status quo... Average..

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thank you very much

[@AsalieWilliams]

for the information of those who say that they practically do not feel pain, have you noticed how he avoids a simple touch? the whole molusk is essentially a continuous nerve. great video

[@TonyFarmUs]

You observe very well

[@LarryParamedic1]

I am in my sixties now, but I can still remember back to my childhood and watching old b&w programs on television. Whenever there was a movie that had a Giant Clam, there would always be a diver for one reason or another that would always be trapped by the Giant Clam. Thank You very much for sharing this video. I enjoyed it..

[@gazepskotzs4]

Thought of that too, it sounds like a myth.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks for sharing

[@DariaRaymond]

And when a mommy clam and daddy clam love eachother very much... wwooo video

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thank you for supporting us

[@GreenFishhTitanUS]

The process of breeding and farming giant clams to preserve their population was fascinating, and seeing how their shells are valued for both decoration and art was a surprising twist. Overall, a truly educational and engaging watch!

[@smallweebvlogs]

The only thing i wanna harvest from these guys are their gorgeous blue colors from a well lit and clear photo. Absolutely gorgeous, never would have known

[@maxredjasper55]

Right? I was not expecting them to be so damn gorgeous! Especially the little baby ones whose colours are much more vivid. If I had enough money and a lot ocean, I too would raise giant clams.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks for sharing

[@seanstevenson7592]

I didn't see them running very fast, so why say they were catching giant clams......😂. lol. 😂😂😂😂😂

[@TonyFarmUs]

what are you talking about?

[@christianscottlfk]

Its so beautiful ! Thanks for taking care of them.

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[@fmt_Guåhan]

Excellent video. Coming from a fishing family... I remember back in the early 70's, there was an abundance of these clams in our villages waters. I could see them spurting out water during low tide. It wasn't til the early 80's when we experienced influx of Asians relocating to our island that I noticed they were harvesting more than the locals/indigenous population. Along with ongoing housing/village "improvements" and population growth, there were many runoffs going directly into our rivers and ultimately to the ocean/reefs. This pollution, greed and ignorance of individuals led to the extinction of these beautiful and giving creatures in our villages water/beaches and reefs. I actually teared whilst watching this. I miss our beautiful clean and pristine rivers and beaches. Kudos to you for taking care of your ocean and its resources. I am overjoyed knowing that these beautiful clams are being cared and allowed to thrive in your waters. GOD BLESSINGS TO YOU ALL! ❤

[@TonyFarmUs]

thanks You for share your think and about this infomation. have a nice day

[@rockjockchick]

Wow. That is horrible. Maybe you could start a restoration project and bring them back? Make sure to get laws to make it illegal to hint them though first!

[@TheDadFaxs]

I've seen a lot of food shows. and always had mixed feelings when seeing someone eat a giant clam. Now that I know they are being farmed and not just taking from the wild. I'm okay with it. And yes I know not all will be a farmed clam but the fact someone had the insight to say we need these to last a lifetime and provide money for generations is awesome to see

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks for sharing

[@griffithwoodyj9v]

youtube put this video on my dashboard 3 times within a year. The only one I would actually watch over and over again! love clams! good work! love your video

[@TonyFarmUs]

yes, that one

[@AnabaGomez]

Never thought there would be so many of them gathered in shallow waters ! amazing video

[@billrobbins5874]

Magnificently unique these clams are! ♥️

[@TonyFarmUs]

You will be surprised a lot more

[@AllisonEdwards-yh7vy]

We need to hybridyze cold water clams so they can get this big. thanks

[@PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim]

lol

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks a lot for your comment

[@veronicahughesbad]

My father was similar. We lived in the Philippines and went into the jungle to search for exotic plants to transplant into our yard which was a botanical garden. He was able to tame wild parrots. I wished I had asked him how he learned his skills.

[@TonyFarmUs]

thanks so much

[@NoName-yi3oz]

Yummy

[@foodlover2830]

That should also be illegal to pick those plant unless you are license.

[@HachiYedda]

In korea,many people raise them as a pet,although they should pay much money to buy them.but in japan,people eat them as a food and I think the price position of giant clam in Japan is similiar to abalone in korea , thanks for share video

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[@sir.donjennerogorrell1243]

? goúd? Awesome bruv 😋☕️🌿👌🏽.. Thx u 🙌🏽 😤 💀 🍻 ♎️...

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thank you for watching our video

[@lloydgarciazip]

it would be really cool if you did a similar video on the coral farms in Malaysia and Australia that are in the ocean. Ive only seen brief videos of them on facebook groups but they have like fields and fields of hammers and torches.love your video

[@TonyFarmUs]

thanks so much

[@KieraWinifred]

next time your back you should ask to see some of the private gardens. local palauans collect them and plant them in secret spots for easy access when needed. but just end up collecting for years . giants you wouldnt believe.

[@TonyFarmUs]

thank you very much for your comment

[@warrenpeece1726]

Wow! Watching how these clams are bred, raised, and harvested - obliviously I assume - has given me a new theory of life, the universe, and everything!

[@PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim]

what’s your new theory? 😮

[@warrenpeece1726]

We're farm raised!@@PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim

[@PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim]

@@warrenpeece1726 lol!

[@TonyFarmUs]

Do you feel like that's great?

[@TheJudiBambiPurrsParadox]

I'm happy giant clams are being restored. I realize these farms wouldn't exist if there weren't some sold for food and proceeds...but at least they sell and use the shell as well, AND put some back into the oceans to restore their populations and reproduce into the oceans, as well as collected for the farms. I love mother of pearl. Same goes for abalone..some do restore populations and the shell is gorgeous.

[@CayleeDennis]

AWESOME video! Loved how you captured it all. The weather looked hot! Most likely very humid and..... clammy. ;) love your video

[@TonyFarmUs]

thanks so much

[@georgesand1160]

WHY is it, that the human has to destroy EVERYTHING he can?!!! Leave these animals alone!!!!!!!!!

[@TonyFarmUs]

Humans do not destroy everything.

[@glendavictoriaju]

You my sir have GIANT PEARLS for sticking your hand inside that clam and letting it close like that!! I was expecting it to just latch on but nope. You just taught me something I never knew. :)) thank you

[@TonyFarmUs]

We are happy to bring something useful to you.

[@pubwvj]

Best way to preserve something is to develop a market and sustainable supple chain. Look at how well pigs, chickens, cattle, goats, sheep, corn and wheat do. BTW, do not worry, giant clams are not rare or going extinct extinct. They are wonderful to see in the wild along with corals and fish. Thank you for presenting a well done video on these beautiful animals.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Harvest Giant Clam - Tridacna gigas - Fishermen Harvest Millions of Giant Clams This Way

[@Test86868]

they look very much like coral reefs on the seabed, but in fact these are giant giant clams that can reach a weight of up to 500kg.

[@phaninn168]

That’s good to learn about the giant clams from this farm

[@TonyFarmUs]

We are happy to bring you new information.

[@AndyUK-Corrival]

Sad, yet another example of humans stripping the sea of life….

[@TonyFarmUs]

Why do people think like that?

[@TayenJones]

That place is absolutely amazing. Do you think the water quality around the island has an impact on how well the clams are doing?

[@TonyFarmUs]

thanks so much

[@chinoching-topic]

That's beautiful never seen them that big

[@IlysTrng]

Aye aye the creators of spongebob square pants

[@TonyFarmUs]

what are you talking about?

[@ssumrll]

감사합니다.

[@TonyFarmUs]

thank You!

[@Fea761]

Wow!Amazing video🎉

[@duchessofwinward2798]

I saw them in Tahiti. Super cool

[@TonyFarmUs]

thanks

[@RoderickAlexandra]

Giant clams=giant pearls, realy amazing

[@TonyFarmUs]

I don't think so.

[@ernestoauzier]

É tão bom ver pessoas que sabem como conseguir alimentos sem destruir as populações selvagens 😊

[@Gohot229]

well they bite...

[@TonyFarmUs]

What are you talking about?

[@SednaHilda]

This would be one of my dream trips. Great information on the mariculture process. If they let me in the water over there snorkeling I would be in the water for hours. I cant wait to get some clams in my 1600 gallon system once its completed.love your video

[@TonyFarmUs]

thanks so much

[@hydrotilling7043]

🐚🐚🐚🐚🌷🐚🐚🌷🐚🌷 the one I have it’s as big as the pictures at the very beginning I love it I visit it daily. I treat it like a symbol of water. 💧 It’s a good friend of mine and I give it respect. I normally don’t do that with nonliving items but I love it.❤

[@AmyasLewis]

Please help to protect them. Dont let poachers get to them. thanks for great video

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thank you very much

[@SunilChristopher]

Those were really good times!!!!

[@TonyFarmUs]

Do you like that time?

[@MarviGy]

Wow❤😋

[@TonyFarmUs]

What do you want to say?

[@hobbymixfishinginphilippin5933]

Wow 😲😲, i love clam..

[@agathado9134]

I eat clam everyday, it is good food

[@TonyFarmUs]

you like to eat clams right

[@maineoutdoorsman677]

Look how beautiful they are ,blue green purple,yellow

[@TonyFarmUs]

do you like them?

[@elizaguirre9959]

It quite beautiful to see this God's creation.The shell is useful and delicious as well.Very interesting.

[@TedGriffiths-d1u]

Just more distrution of the environment.....it will never stop

[@TonyFarmUs]

What are you talking about?

[@DempseyDam]

This dude has balls and a stomach of steel. Most of them exotic things have micro bacteria even if cooked will still survive. How this guy still alive amazes me. it make me hungry

[@TonyFarmUs]

sorry but i don't know

[@shellyboggs9093]

That blue is stunning

[@TonyFarmUs]

yes, thanks

[@SailsTides8.0]

The scene under the Sea is so Beautiful.

[@AlexandriaDC]

As a life long diver in many countries (I am now only in my 40s)- i will absolutely take a closer look at big clams. Thank you for this video.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thank you for watching our video

[@mikelaw9872]

we need to protect our beautiful world.

[@TonyFarmUs]

That's right

[@LaeliaLuong]

great video! really enjoyed seeing the rare species

[@TonyFarmUs]

thanks so much

[@robertwilhelm2298]

fascinating to see how different people around the world survive, make a living, and show the diversity of life. Thanks for walking us through the process of harvesting.

[@TonyFarmUs]

I'm so happy because you liked it 😆

[@AlikaBrown]

Im putting this in my Giant Clam presentation for school,amazing video

[@TonyFarmUs]

We will be happy about that

[@Sandy98741]

It is amazing. That something that big. Starts off so small.

[@TonyFarmUs]

That's right

[@vidamariaixchel4962]

You’d better keep your hands off those: they have an important function.

[@TonyFarmUs]

If we do not overexploit, it will not affect the environment.

[@verydeadfly]

or "males" depending who's around they aren't actually hermaphrodites they do have genders but can switch very very quickly and can be picky or shy

[@TonyFarmUs]

You know a lot about those animals

[@normg2242]

"The giant clam can be recognized by their very large size..."

[@TonyFarmUs]

That's right

[@Namor.Jayish.Mohandeez.MLR16]

Anong luto ginagawa diyan,,,?

[@TonyFarmUs]

Wish you have a nice day

[@MissouriHughes]

Giant clam talks about her childhood, love this video

[@TonyFarmUs]

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[@meganluongepfxp]

Thank you for showing us the clam farm. Hopefully they can need replenishing help. I would help them.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks and have a nice day

[@ImsunaSong-gw2gs]

I love this video of giant clams..they are fascinating!! ❤

[@TonyFarmUs]

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[@sunshine7453]

Great job!

[@TonyFarmUs]

thank You

[@care-m7k]

Hindi po to illegal ginagawa nila nag breed lang ng giant clams para dumami pa

[@martykardaseski7590]

Leave them in the ocean where they you're disturbing the the cycle

[@TonyFarmUs]

What makes you think like that?

[@JeehyeShin-yx4wh]

I had eaten it once in Thailand. It was absolutely gorgeous. 👍

[@TonyFarmUs]

Would you like to eat it again?

[@glesupdates2098]

Very interesting one

[@UlaniYashashree]

What a wonderful specimen. I hope it lives many more years and inspires a deep love of the sea in young and old everywhere! Thank you for sharing!nice this video

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks for sharing, have a nice day

[@vivianlouisatsk]

Its crazy they consume these beautiful clams. I wouldnt think there is much meat to consume once they close up

[@TonyFarmUs]

What makes you think like that?

[@AlameaMartin]

Whoahh!.love. to see these amazing creature..how lovely 😍

[@TonyFarmUs]

Yes they look great

[@mo7am]

Oh my god it's so extraordinary 😍 wow

[@TonyFarmUs]

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[@ListenAndWhisper]

I’m glad they’re harvesting them sustainably. I hope they send some back to reefs to replenish what people poach and try to help grow their numbers again.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thank you very much for your opinion

[@Secret_Takodachi]

I'd say those shells are works of art even before they get carved by humans ❤

[@TonyFarmUs]

Do you think it's beautiful?

[@nayelievanswnhto]

Best way to find bigger clams palawan coron philipines,love this video

[@TonyFarmUs]

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[@felisamcdonald6116]

A sustainable resource! Wonderful!

[@TonyFarmUs]

That's right

[@BrownyBird]

Oh dear I feel guilty, but I always wanted and still one of those she'll in my living room 😢. I don't care about the meat!

[@TonyFarmUs]

What would you like to have in your living room?

[@crystalm4324]

I’m soooo glad they are doing this… it’s my dream to see one of these!!

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thank you very much

[@OtisBelinda]

Wow.... that was beautiful. This is the kind of operation thats both environmentally sustainable AND profitable. Not to mention theyre really delicious!

[@TonyFarmUs]

That's right

[@annettereed6146]

This was very interesting. I did not know that clans could be so colorful and pretty. Not did i know that the could get so big.

[@TonyFarmUs]

We are happy to bring you a useful video.

[@blazefairchild465]

In the late 60s these large clam shells could be found in pool & yard stores for decorative use ,I remember smaller one in pet stores . I saw them mainly in Japan & California, I was very interested in decorative shells as I had an out door koi pond & my brothers had indoor fish tanks. All these years later, many countries,states and different aquaculture we don’t have any of our old shells, starfish ,or sand dollars as it was stolen in a move from west coast back East we lost many valuable irreplaceable items. Funny how you forget things until something triggers your memory.

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks for sharing

[@BotsWeekendCovers]

Fascinating video, thank you!

[@wild-oliveprick9051]

Wow!!

[@TonyFarmUs]

thanks so much

[@DarlingWalker]

I would always watch your videos when I was younger, I’m happy that I’m back here now

[@TonyFarmUs]

enjoy the video

[@NightGary]

I want one as a pet. Though it would easily out live me. thanks, realy hungry

[@TonyFarmUs]

Why do you want them as pets?

[@496705635]

Bless you, for the blessings of these miraculous creatures ~ They are absolutely Beautiful! I feel as though a Wonderous Gift, has been bestowed upon me by watching this incredible video! Many blessings to you. ❤

[@TonyFarmUs]

Thanks for sharing

[@brennajasonugzkj]

Man I like a giant clam that smells like the ocean,amazing video

[@TonyFarmUs]

Why do you like their ocean smell?