TED: The fascinating secret lives of giant clams | Mei Lin Neo

The video discusses the fascination with giant clams, debunking myths about them being dangerous. It highlights the threats they face from human exploitation and their ecological importance in coral reefs. The speaker shares research findings, including the clams' ability to move, and emphasizes the need for conservation efforts to protect these endangered species.

What nickname is NOT mentioned for the speaker by their friends?

• Clam King

• Mother of Clams

• Clam Queen

• The Giant Clam

What is the primary reason giant clams are hunted?

• For their ability to walk

• For their adductor muscles

• For their pearls

• For their colorful shells

What unique ability of giant clams was discovered through research?

• They can sing

• They can change colors

• They can walk

• They can fly

Why is the ability to walk important for giant clams?

• To find food

• To escape predators and find mates

• To migrate to warmer waters

• To climb coral reefs

What role do giant clams play in coral reefs?

• They are competitors for coral

• They are reef builders and water filters

• They are predators of small fish

• They are harmful to coral reefs

How long can giant clams live?

• Up to 50 years

• Up to 100 years

• Up to 200 years

• Up to 150 years

What is the current conservation status of giant clams?

• Endangered

• Extinct

• Overpopulated

• Not endangered