Hippopus Clam (Hippopus hippopus)

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Hippopus Clam

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Hippopus Clam

Hippopus hippopus

568 Litres (150 US G.)

27.9-30.5cm (11-12 ")

pH

8.1 - 8.4

23.9-26.7°C (75 -80 °F)

8-12 °d

1:1 M:F

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods
Other (See article)

8-20 years

Family

Tridacnidae

This animal is available captive bred




Alternative Names

Hippopus Clam, Bear Paw Clam, Horse Hoof Clam, Strawberry Clam

Sexing

Not sexually dimorphic

Tank Compatibility

Position so it can receive enough light.

Diet

Photosynthetic algae living in tissues provide food; can also do supplementary feeding.

Feeding Regime

Daily.

Environment Specifics

Reef tank.

Behaviour

Sedentary, like its tridacnid relatives.

Identification

Comes in a variety of colors.

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