Giant Clams in the Reef Aquarium: Biology, Identification, and Care

Description: Giant Clams in the Reef Aquarium: Biology, Identification, and Care Product Details Publisher : Liquid Medium Publications (September 6, 2023) Language : English Paperback : 223 pages ISBN-10 : 0978619471 ISBN-13 : 73 Item Weight : 1.38 pounds Dimensions : 8 x 0.53 x 10 inches Best Sellers Rank: #1,816,533 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #459 in Fish & Aquarium Care (Books) #803 in Marine Life #459 in Fish & Aquarium Care (Books) This Amazon print-on-demand book is an updated edition of the author's "Giant Clams in the Reef Aquarium" (2019), which has been written and photo- illustrated specifically for the interested reef aquarist. Inside you can find information on: the biology of giant clams, detailed information about the common species, how to choose and purchase the best specimens, how to care for them in aquariums, how to deal with problems that may arise, and much more. You can also find James' giant clam photo galleries and supplemental videos at jameswfatherree.com. Table of Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: Tridacnine Biology and More The Shells The Soft Parts Mantle Coloration How They Work Reproduction and Growth Attachments, Self-Righting, and Boring Exposure to Air Chapter 2: The Tridacnine Species Tridacna crocea Tridacna maxima Tridacna noae Tridacna derasa Tridacna squamosa Tridacna gigas Hippopus hippopus Hippopus porcellanus Tridacna mbalavuana, a.k.a. tevoroa Tridacna squamosina, a.k.a. costata Tridacna elongatissima Tridacna rosewateri a.k.a. lorenzi More on Identification Hybrid Tridacnines Chapter 3: The Aquarium Care and Acquisition of Tridacnines (In)Compatibilities Water Quality and Flow Appropriate Lighting Choosing and Shopping Acclimation and Adaptation Proper Placement Feeding and Foods Chapter 4: Tridacnine Troubles Bleaching Bacterial Infections Protozoans and Pinched Mantle Boring Sponges and Overgrowing Algae Stinging Cnidarians Flatworms and Bristle Worms Predatory Crustaceans Predatory and Parasitic Snails Gas-Bubble Disease Deteriorating Ligaments Spawning Events References and Image Credits Index Read more

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