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VIRTUAL TOUR OF A CLAM FARM

Early Life Cycle

spat on hand
1mm clams are the end product of the hatchery. They are then transfered to the nursery system
(photo © Artemia Reference Center, Gent University, Belgium)

Clam larvae
A close up view of 2 stages of clam larvae
After 7 days D-larvae (small one on right) have developed into pediveliger larvae (others in photo)
(photo © Artemia Reference Center, Gent University, Belgium)

ALMAR is fully involved in the entire life-cycle of the clam. ALMAR is actively involved in technological innovation, such as the design and implementation of specialised new tools and instruments for mollusc farming.

Diagram of the different life stages of a clam
(image © Artemia Reference Center,Gent University, Belgium)
lifecycle of clam


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