Tridacna crocea vs Hermit Crabs

Discussion in 'Clams' started by adicus, May 6, 2010.

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  1. banthonyb71

    banthonyb71 Millepora

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    If blue legs wont harm the clams then I dont think there should be worry.
    Ive never owned a clam but I have blue leg, red leg and scarlett hermits. AOut of those 3 the blue legs are the most aggressvie but at best the most they do is harrass my ceriths.
     
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  2. adicus

    adicus Aiptasia Anemone

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    sea stars also

    Guess it's not meant to be. Same book also warns about carnivorous sea stars. I have an orange/red (appears more orange than red) which may be a Linka (Linckia laevigata) or Henricia leviuscula (Pacific Blood Star) - I'm doing more research on which it is.

    Depending on who you believe, it may or may not be a threat to clams.

    Anyone have any experience?
     
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  3. adicus

    adicus Aiptasia Anemone

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    Further research indicates that I have a Henricia leviuscula - which is a filter feeder/sponge eater. It appears to be a great cleaner - which may explain the marked improvement in my aquarium since it's addition. Looks like it's not a threat to clams.
     
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