{"product_id":"squamosa","title":"Squamosa","description":"\u003cp\u003eSquamosa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"431eae2a-67d0-479a-a45d-ce534b9255c1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"25\" data-end=\"77\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"25\" data-end=\"37\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eTridacna squamosa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"127\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"94\"\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant Clam (Tridacnid Bivalve)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"806\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"154\"\u003ePhysical Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e Squamosa Clams are one of the most visually striking giant clams, known for their heavily fluted shells and richly patterned mantle. The mantle typically displays vibrant waves of electric blue, teal, green, gold, and purple, often arranged in intricate, flowing patterns that extend across the entire shell opening. The shell itself is thick and heavily scuted, giving it a textured, ridged appearance that distinguishes it from smoother clam species. Under strong reef lighting, the mantle’s iridophores shimmer and shift in color as the clam responds to movement and changes in light, creating a dynamic, living display anchored to the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e High (approximately 200–400 PAR) for best coloration and growth\u003cbr data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eFlow Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, with steady, indirect flow to deliver nutrients without causing mantle stress\u003cbr data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"993\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003eFood Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily photosynthetic via symbiotic zooxanthellae but benefits from dissolved nutrients and stable plankton-rich water conditions\u003cbr data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1151\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e None; sessile and non-aggressive, though should be protected from nipping fish and shading corals\u003cbr data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best placed on stable rockwork or secure sandy substrate where the byssal opening can anchor firmly and safely\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1750\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWe maintain a rigorous, veterinarian-approved quarantine program that includes proactive treatments, careful observation, and daily monitoring to ensure the highest standards of coral and invertebrate health. Our biosecurity practices reduce the risk of any cross-contamination between systems, meaning all our livestock are ready for your display tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eye Catching Coral","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":42069562458199,"sku":"7605086","price":68.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.reefescape.net\/products\/squamosa","provider":"Reef eScape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}