What are the species of clams?

Clams are a diverse group of marine and freshwater bivalves, with over 100,000 known species. Some common species of clams include:

- Softshell clam (Mya arenaria): This clam is native to the Atlantic coast of North America and is commonly used in cooking.

- Hard-shell clam (Mercenaria mercenaria): Also known as the quahog, this clam is native to the Atlantic coast of North America and is also commonly used in cooking.

- Manila clam (Ruditapes philippinarum): This clam is native to the Pacific Ocean and is now found in many parts of the world. It is a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine.

- Cockle (Cerastoderma edule): This clam is native to the Atlantic coast of Europe and is commonly eaten in Europe and Asia.

- Geoduck (Panopea generosa): This clam is native to the Pacific coast of North America and is known for its large size and long siphon.

- Razor clam (Siliqua patula): This clam is native to the Pacific coast of North America and is known for its long, thin shell.

- Venus clam (Venus mercenaria): This clam is native to the Atlantic coast of North America and is commonly eaten in North America and Europe.

- Meretrix Clam: This clam is found in the Indo-Pacific region and is popular in Asian cuisine.