Pods bothering Maxima

Louis

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Is it normal for Pods to hide out under the mantle (on the shell)? I have this big pod about 1/4" long camping out underneath the mantle of my maxima. The clam doesnt like opening that part of his mantle up all the way. Should I try to manually extract the pod?

My clam is in good health other than that pod making his home on the mantle. The pod has been there for at least a week. I discovered the pod when I saw two tiny antennae poking out from underneath the mantle. I stuck a toothbrush in there and the pod came out and appeared to attack the bristles. Any suggestions are appreciated.

Thanks for your help.
 
Clams don't like ANYTHING touching their mantle. They will tolerate some disturbances, but will quickly become upset if it is continuous. I'd find a way to terminate "pod-zilla".
 
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