Inspiring Photo: "Kewpie" Clams #12735108

"Kewpie" Clams

Uploaded: February 07, 2012 02:04:24

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When I came upon these two clams, I dropped to my knees to take a closer look.
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And I began to wonder: "Where to baby clams COME FROM?"
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I suppose I should have researched this before posting, but I wanted to bring you in on this question first. Does anyone know?
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Another shot from our visit to Island Beach State Park NJ last Wednesday.
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Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/1600 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 160, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 105.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II

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Carolyn M. Fletcher February 07, 2012

Not me. I have no idea..I like the shot, though! #1441748

Jeff Robinson February 07, 2012

We could ponder this over an adult beverage - Great find and capture Michelle! #9969312

Marilyn Cornwell February 07, 2012

Beautiful tones Michelle!

So I just went to Google, and the story of clams may be more complex...here's an excerpt:

Hard clams begin their adult lives as males, often become females with greater maturity, and require individuals of both sexes for reproduction.

Who would have thought the story starts like this... #9969346

Marilyn Cornwell February 07, 2012

Jeff must know this - the adult beverage seems appropriate. #9969349

R. J. Laudenbacher February 07, 2012

Fabulous tones and textures in this wonderfully composed capture, Michelle! #9969400

Jack Gaskin February 07, 2012

See what I said about the beach it's true it gets you thinking ( ABOUT ALL TYPES OF THINGS )
Nice Capture...

I'll leave CALM PORNO ALONE But LITTLE ONES COME FROM BIG ONE'S ;o)

Jack

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Alan L. Borror February 07, 2012

Great image, Michelle! Glad you asked the question because the replies are great comedy. #9969505

Monnie Ryan February 07, 2012

Terrific capture, Michelle! But I'm with Jeff. Maybe we can find a place equidistant to our states to tip a few?? #9969611

David Phalen February 07, 2012

Excellent tones, textures and clarity!!

If you guys and gals gather for an adult beverage or two to discuss clams sex life count me in! #9970383

Patrick Rouzes February 07, 2012

Count me in too!
Good question, Michelle, & good answer, Marilyn!
Lovey tones, textures, detail, clarity & comp here, Michelle! Love it! Lovely job! #9970483

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna February 07, 2012

Cool question and wonderful image, Michelle! :-) k #9970513

Jeffrey R. Bange February 07, 2012

Beautiful capture and composition Michelle, love following your B&W series of the beach. #9970641

Terry Cervi February 07, 2012

I had no idea so I googled it too. Here's what somebody said:
Clams don't pick a mate and there are no rituals. Clams do what is called broadcast spawning; when water temps warm, males and females broadcast their sperm, eggs and reproductive cells into the water. A softshell clam can live 10-20 years, spawning two times a year and producing 100,000 to 1 million eggs at a time. Eggs and sperm are able to travel for miles, after fertilization occurs a larval (clam) is born.
So there ya go. Who would have thought?
Anyway, this is a fantastic shot of the happy couple! #9970725

Val Feldman February 08, 2012

It's (almost) a toss-up - what's better? Your excellent, detailed b/w shot of "spooning" clams or the ensuing discussion of how baby clams come to be....close call, very, but your capture wins! Enjoyed the heck out of this one, Michelle! Thanks for the view, the thought-provoking commentary and the great reading material following same! :) :) #9971320

Heather Loewenhardt February 10, 2012

Wonderful texture and repeating pattern. Great b/w conversion. #9974439

Emile Abbott February 10, 2012

Awesome eye to spot this interesting conversation piece, capture it, present it and provoke the conversation. Loved it Michelle #9975658

Lorraine A. Cook February 22, 2012

I'm 'clamming' up on this one, Michelle!(LOL)<:))

Great find and capture, My Friend!<:)) #9996099

Neal D. Hatcher March 25, 2012

-------CONGRATULATIONS------------------ #10055260

Deborah C. Lewinson March 25, 2012

Unique and wonderful image, Michelle! Congratulations on your finalist!

Debby #10055610

Stefania Barbier March 26, 2012

congratulations on your wonderful finalist Michelle!!! #10056518

Ujjwal Mukherjee March 26, 2012

Beautiful! Congratulations,Michelle!! #10056582

Mary Timman March 26, 2012

Congratulations Michelle. #10057127

Millie A. Talarico March 26, 2012

Congratulations, Michelle~! #10057963

Emile Abbott March 26, 2012

Congratulation Michelle on great finalist. #10058001

Rony Sagy March 26, 2012

Congratulations on your fantastic finalist, Michelle. #10058106

Chris Budny March 26, 2012

Terrific looking B/W, Michelle; Congratulations! #10058369

Tammy Espino March 26, 2012

Congrats on your wonderful finalist!! :) #10058373

Charles C. Berkeley March 26, 2012

Congratulations on your Finalist! It was worth the trip to Island Beach State Park. Charles #10058885

Heather Loewenhardt March 26, 2012

Congrats on this wonderful image receiving a finalist award. Good luck in the next round. #10058922

Carol Eade March 26, 2012

Terrific shot, Michelle, congratulations on your finalist! #10059150

Rona L. Schwarz March 26, 2012

Sorry I missed this really different and unique capture (and the scintillating discussion!) the first time around, Michelle, but I get to enjoy it now. Love the simple comp and the textures. Well-done, and CONGRATULATIONS ON THE FINALIST!!! #10059176

Jeffrey R. Bange March 26, 2012

Congratulations Michelle on your finalist photo and best of luck in the next round. #10059406

Phyllis H. Burchett March 26, 2012

Congrats on this wonderful finalist! #10059579

Ann Coates March 26, 2012

A superb finalist, congratulations Michelle and good luck in the next round. #10059678

Renee Doyle March 26, 2012

BIG Congratulations on this wonderful finalist Michelle!! #10059717

Lydia Williams March 27, 2012

Cool shot, Michelle! Congratulations!
And thanks Terry for the info...!:) #10061171

Patrick Rouzes March 27, 2012

CONGRATZ & good luck, Michelle! WTG! #10061185

JO ANN CLEVELAND March 27, 2012

Congratulations on this fantastic Finalist Michelle!

jo ann c. #10062221

Karen Celella March 31, 2012

Congratulations on your terrific finalist, Michelle! #10068910

Merna L. Nobile April 01, 2012

What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.
Congratulations! Merna
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