Common Name:
Surf Clam
Scientific Name:
Venerupis corrugata (Gmelin, 1791)
Reproduction Period:
Spring to Summer
(peak between May and August)
Harvesting Areas:
Ria de Aveiro
Lima River Estuary
Packaging:
Bioline mesh
1 kg, 2 kg or 5 kg bags
Sizes:
Medium
Large
The surf clam is a bivalve mollusc with an oval, slightly elongated shell, featuring shallow radial grooves and a colouration ranging from beige and light brown to darker tones at the edges. Small yet robust, it offers a succulent and firm meat, highly appreciated for its intense yet delicate flavour, combining fresh maritime notes with a subtle natural sweetness.
It lives buried in sandy and muddy seabeds in shallow coastal areas, forming dense populations that ensure seasonal abundance. This filter-feeding lifestyle allows it to absorb and reflect the character of its habitat, making it a highly valued ingredient in Portuguese cuisine, ideal for seafood soups, seafood rice dishes or simply enjoyed in its natural state.
