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Amphipods Irritating Maxima clam?

April 26, 2017amphipods clam irritating maxima

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Amphipods Irritating Maxima clam?

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Hello I am having some concerns over one of my maxima clams not opening completely. At first I thought it could be pinched mantle. I have researched this and don’t find a whole lot out there on the subject. I am also hesitant to do the prescribed freshwater dip which could possibly kill an already stressed clam. Especially since I am uncertain this is what it could be. When the lights are out in my tank I searched with a flashlight and noticed amphipods all over the outside of its shell. Attached is a picture pointing a few out. Placement is in the base rocks in sand. I believe they are amphipods after searching this site and many other references. I am wondering if they are irritating the clam causing it not to extend its mantle fully. I also notice a few crawling about during the