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[edit]

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

Sexing[edit]

Not sexually dimorphic

Tank Compatibility[edit]

Position so it can receive enough light.

Diet[edit]

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

Feeding Regime[edit]

Daily.

Environment Specifics[edit]

Reef tank.

Behaviour[edit]

Sedentary, like its tridacnid relatives.

Identification[edit]

Comes in a variety of colors.

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