Fluted clam
Tridacna squamosa
InvertebrateMarine
Tridacna squamosa is a clam of the family Tridacnidae. It can reach 40 cm. Its shell is thick with scales and undulations. Its mantle is colorful (blue, green, brown) with patterns. It lives attached to rocks. It feeds on phytoplankton and zooplankton through its gills. It has symbiotic zooxanthellae.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 5 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.03 |
Care
Difficulty4/5
Dietfilter
Min. tank200 L
Min. group1
Adult size40 cm
Lifespan15 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Requires a reef aquarium of at least 200 liters with intense lighting (for zooxanthellae) and moderate flow. Salinity 1.023-1.025, temperature 24-28°C. Diet: liquid phytoplankton, microalgae. Avoid high nitrate and phosphate levels. Handle with care as the byssus is fragile.