Asian clam Care Guide
Corbicula fluminea
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Bioload Score
1000
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 5.0 cm / 2.0"
- Temperature
- 20–28°C (68–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 20L (5 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Herbivorous; filters algae and microscopic organisms from the water.
Community Compatibility
Compatible with most freshwater setups, but can outcompete native species in the wild.
Good to Know
Asian clams are invasive in many parts of the world, valued in aquariums for their filtering capabilities but notorious for their ecological impact.
Gender Differences
Sexual dimorphism is not observed.
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