Long before the invention of scuba gear, Tanmen locals were effortlessly diving to depths of 10 meters, where they would scoop giant clams off the seabed. Prior to the ’80s, the clams were of little ...

Shells have been found in middens, or, refuse heaps, dating back over 2,000 years. In addition to providing food, clams came with shells that were used as tools and ornaments.

[1/6]A worker makes giant clam shells into jewellery and ornaments inside a factory in the seaside town of Tanmen in China's Hainan province May 10, 2016. Picture taken May 10, 2016.

Well, shucks! The 60th annual Yarmouth Clam Festival kicks off this Friday and goes through Sunday. The big event brings in ...