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About Oyster
Spondylus varius is a colorful spiny oyster with a thick, ridged shell. It displays variable coloration in shades of orange, yellow, red, or purple, often with radiating ridges and prominent spines protruding from the valve edges.
Key facts
- Notes
- • Minimum 30 gallon tank • Requires strong, indirect water flow to prevent detritus accumulation • Maintain temperature range of 72–78°F and pH 8.1–8.3 • Provide placement on stable rockwork or substrate; can be cemented in place • Keep water quality pristine with regular water changes
- Care Level
- Moderate
- Max Size
- 6
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Category
- Clam
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea to the western Pacific, including Australia and the Great Barrier Reef.
- Type
- Clam
- Appearance Description
- Spondylus varius is a colorful spiny oyster with a thick, ridged shell. It displays variable coloration in shades of orange, yellow, red, or purple, often with radiating ridges and prominent spines protruding from the valve edges.
- Compatibility
- Peaceful with all fish and invertebrates. Requires strong, unidirectional water flow and stable water conditions. Not suitable with aggressive detritivores or invertebrates that may cause damage.
- Diet Details
- Filter feeder requiring strong water flow and phytoplankton supplementation. Benefits from regular dosing of liquid phytoplankton or specialized zooplankton foods.
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025
- Family
- Spondylidae
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