Hard Clam s have a rough heavy, thick and strong shell that is a gray, tipped with brown or tan colors. The inside of the shell is smooth and white, usually with a purple mark.
Habitat & Range
Hard Clam s prefer sandy bottoms where they stay buried 1 to 2 inches in the sand. They are filter feeders, using a siphon to strain microscopic plants (algae) from the water while buried in the bottom.
Where to Fishing
Inland Bays
Frequently Asked Questions
Fishing Tips
Hard Clam s are recreationally harvested in the Inland Bays by raking the bottom with a clam rake or feeling for the clams with a foot.
