Blonde clams are highly appreciated in gastronomy for their delicate flavour and their tender and juicy texture. They are characterised by an elongated oval shell, yellow or light brown in colour, and are able to bury themselves in the sand to protect themselves from predators.
Blonde clams are usually found in the intertidal zones of beaches and river mouths, where they feed on organic matter found in the sand or mud. They are caught using different techniques such as fishing on foot or by boat, and they are also farmed in estuaries and hatcheries.