Cultured Giant Clam Shells

Available for Orders inside Australia Only.

Aquacultured Giant clam shells (Tridacna gigas) are available from Aquasearch. These are truly scientific specimens of this amazing species of bivalve mollusc, the largest species of bivalve ever to inhabit the earth through the whole fossil record. Giant clams are listed on CITES [Convention for International Trade of Threatened and Endangered Species] as Vulnerable. The shells available for interested people living in Australia were reared from spawnings conducted under Research Permits (details of permits given with shells) from Commonwealth and Queensland governments in early 1986. Shells varying in size from about 35 cm to 70 cm are currently available. These were offspring of the first spawnings of this species in Australia. Giant clam shells are often used in gardens, but may be used as sinks, footbaths, or even as a centerpiece food dish.

Supply is limited. Contact braley@austarnet.com.au regarding a list of shells with shell length, shell weight and the price.  When you see the list and are considering a shell we can send a photo of that shell ID at your request.

We do a basic clean, bleach and packing of shells at a cost of $25 per shell + up to $30 for shipment from the island to Townsville. These are our costs.

Shipment price from Townsville to you depends on your destination from North Queensland.  We suggest Pack and Send, as we have used them before. Roger at Pack and Send, Townsville [(07)47258000] is most helpful. They will also pack the shell safely in liquid foam so it arrives without damage. Their costs will include the cost of shipment to you and the safe packing. This is payable by you to Pack and Send.

Examples of giant clam shells used in the garden:

Clam shells in a Shrine