rsaund
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I have a largish 7-8" maxima and 2 other clams, everything in my tank looks great. Parameters are normal. Yesterday my large maxima suddenly retracted and looks terrible, barely any mantle showing. He's not completely closed, but not really gaping, either.
The day before, he was fully "out" in all his glory - he has always been very healthy.
What could cause a maxima to suddenly go downhill? I am wondering if a hermit fell inside or something... Do you think I should try to gently take a forceps inside (geez that makes me squeamish!) or just watch him? Like I say, all other clams and corals look great, and this was so sudden!
Thanks!
Robin
The day before, he was fully "out" in all his glory - he has always been very healthy.
What could cause a maxima to suddenly go downhill? I am wondering if a hermit fell inside or something... Do you think I should try to gently take a forceps inside (geez that makes me squeamish!) or just watch him? Like I say, all other clams and corals look great, and this was so sudden!
Thanks!
Robin