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 🇺🇲💞
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.
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.
@@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
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.
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
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
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.
@@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.
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!
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.
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.
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! ❤
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
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..
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.
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!
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
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.
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!
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
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.
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
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
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!
Um they filter the water so your eating any and all pollution in them waters even if it was decides ago. Also they help prevent ocean damage during storms removal of these will arode the beach faster.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
🐚🐚🐚🐚🌷🐚🐚🌷🐚🌷 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.❤
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.
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.
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
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
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.
Like the video, wish you said where the geographical locations were. Also, at the end when talking about the carving you talked about the transformation - It was nice to see artists carving but it would also have been nice to see a few quick shots of finished carvings.
This clam is so fresh and delicious. I live near at the beach and fishing is my familys livelihood eversince and eating fresh clam is one of my favorite. okay like
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. ❤
Yes, please harvest more....let's try to re populate them in balanced style and place them in groups of diver tourist routes? I found something needed.... thank you.... Through the years💌
The harvesters in raw ocean should try every second bag that way they don't loose timing they usually have strategic plans or goals in their "minds" to do alternating plumes
Mr. Ngirailild is one of the most knowledgeable people about clam cultivation and all of the various species, he has since retired after decades of work as the center manager at PMDC. Congratulations to Mr. Ngirailild for his work and dedication to mariculture sustainability. Thank you, as well, for showcasing PMDC and sharing these beautiful Palau clams with your viewers! 👏
what an interesting video. Thank you. I did a project on the giant clams many moons ago in grade school. I knew they were endangered, but had no idea they were being bred commercially - such a good idea.
Why put poor thing through all that stress? Just weigh it, It’s clearly a big clam. Hats off to the people who look after him and have kept him thriving for all those years though. great video
