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Scientists Discovered That The Oldest Giant Clam Was Born Around 1499 CE. They Named It Ming.
When radiocarbon dating came back, though, it revealed the clam was actually 507 years old – born sometime around 1499 CE. They named it “Ming.” The researchers say its age isn’t uncommon ...
What's the largest quahog ever caught in Rhode Island? Here's the story
Its importance to the region predates statehood and European settlers, with Rhode Island founder Roger Williams first ...
This is the oldest living animal in the world
The remarkable longevity of these animals is often linked to slow metabolisms, deep-sea habitats, or protective shells that help them avoid predators ...