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Squamosa Clam, Aquacultured
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Squamosa Clam, Aquacultured

Tridacna squamosa

The Squamosa Clam is also referred to as the Scaled Clam, as its species name squamosa is the Latin word for scale. The numerous rows of large scales over its entire shell are often used as shelter by other organisms, such as small crabs, bivalves, and other sessile invertebrates. The shell is symme
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Compatibility at a Glance

Reef compatible — can be kept with reef
Coral compatible — can be kept with coral
Invertebrates compatible — can be kept with invertebrates

Squamosa Clam, Aquacultured is considered reef safe — it can generally be kept in tanks with corals and sessile invertebrates without damaging them.

Compatibility

Reef Compatible Coral Compatible Invertebrate Compatible

Care Parameters

Type:
invert
Aggression:
peaceful
Swimming Zone:
Surface
Midwater
Bottom
bottom
Minimum Tank:
0 gallons
Schooling:
No
Diet:
filter feeder
Safety:
Reef
Coral
Invert

Compatibility with Popular Tankmates

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Tank Compatibility