What is required for clam harvesting?

• A. Free to harvest with no license
• B. Only manual digging is allowed
• C. Only for commercial harvesters
• D. Permit required, size and season limits

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is that clam harvesting is regulated to protect shellfish populations, so you must follow registered rules. You need a permit to harvest and you must comply with size and season limits. The permit ensures you’re authorized to harvest and helps officials track harvest activity, while the size limits prevent taking immature clams that haven’t had a chance to reproduce, and season limits protect clams during vulnerable times like spawning.

The other statements miss key protections: harvesting without a license is not allowed, and access or methods aren’t the sole defining rule. Some areas do allow recreational harvesters, others require commercial licenses, and there are often gear and area rules in addition to the permit and size/season limits. Always check the local regulations for the exact permit process, size thresholds, and season dates.