Question: what is the difference between little neck and top neck clams?
Answer: Little Neck: The smallest size of clam, amounting to 7-10 clams per pound. ... Top Neck: These are sometimes also labeled as count neck clams, and they equal roughly 4 clams per pound. Quahog: These big guys are also called chowder clams and weigh in at a mighty 2-3 clams per pound.