Geoduck

A large salt water clam native to the Pacific Northwest. Its name means "dig deep" in Chinook jargon from gwe-duk. It is prized for its exceptionally long neck, which is considered a delicacy, especially in Japanese cuisine. In Chinese it is known as the elephant trunk clam.

Some geoducks weigh up to 15 pounds and is the largest burrowing clam in the Northern hemisphere. They can live for more than 100 years, making them one of the longest living animals in the world. Age is determined by the number of rings on its shell, like other clams.

The neck (siphon) of a geoduck has a sweet flavor and crunchy texture, best served raw or lightly boiled. The rest of the meat is best in stews/soups, and commonly breaded and fried.