Asian Clam

The Asian clam is a small freshwater mollusk originally from eastern Asia. It has spread far beyond its native range, thriving in rivers and lakes across the Americas, Europe, and New Zealand. Known by many names, including golden clam and good luck clam, it’s a hardy species that adapts easily to new environments.

• It’s often called the golden clam or prosperity clam in Southeast Asia.
• Native to freshwater habitats in eastern Asia, including China and Japan.
• It’s an invasive species in North America, Europe, and New Zealand.