Clam Growing on a Clam

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  1. nc208082

    nc208082 Zoanthid

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    So i just noticed this tonight, but there is a clam growing on my clam. The new one is tiny but it looks like a second clam growing on the shell. really cool watching. Had to post this video to show it.

    YouTube - ‪IMG 2277‬‏

    looks like a orange sponge growing around it too.
     

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  2. duoc9119

    duoc9119 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Looks kind of like a mushroom from the picture. But neat none the less
     
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  3. nc208082

    nc208082 Zoanthid

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    It's a hard surface that opens and closes. Doesn't look like a mussel to me so. Will post more pic as it develops.
     
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  4. Mr. Bill

    Mr. Bill Native Floridian

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    Wow, that's so cool! Definitely a baby Tridacna. Congratulations! :)
     
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