Scientific name: Corbicula fluminea & Corbicula australis
Invasive freshwater clams have been found in the Waikato region.
The small clam 'Corbicula fluminea' was first found in the Waikato River at Bob's Landing near
Lake Karapiro in May 2023.
Since then Corbicula fluminea been confirmed in the Waikato river from Lake Maraetai Landing toTuakau.
Corbicula australis has been found in a small, contained water park near TaupÅ.
These clams are prolific breeders and able to produce up to 400 juveniles per day!
Find out more and learn what they look like.
How to Check Clean Dry to prevent spreading this invasive clam.
If you think you've seen it - report online here or 0800 80 99 66
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