Biota Aquarium’s unique Mimosa Clams, a likely hybrid of Tridacna (maxima X squamosa).
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Biota has an exciting new hybrid variety of Tridacna clam to introduce to the aquarium hobby. We’re calling them “Mimosas” because they’re believed to be the result of hybridization between a Maxima Clam and a Squamosa Clam (Tridacna [maxima X squamosa]).
These unique claims exhibit the massive scutes that are iconic to the Squamosa, while showcasing the nice blue coloration and patterning of a Maxima clam. We teased them a bit at MACNA 2018, and now the first few are finally available.
Biota Aquarium’s unique Mimosa Clams, a likely hybrid of Tridacna (maxima X squamosa).
Biota Aquarium’s unique Mimosa Clams, a likely hybrid of Tridacna (maxima X squamosa).
Biota Aquarium’s unique Mimosa Clams, a likely hybrid of Tridacna (maxima X squamosa).
Image Credits
All images courtesy Jake Philipps, Biota Aquariums
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I wonder how hardy these are and if the care specifications for light consumption right down the middle between the 2 types. Longevity for clams are still somewhat hit or miss with these smaller specimens.