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SALT WATER
- Invertebrate - Scallop
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Pacific Thorny Oyster Spondylus princeps
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Pacific Thorny Oyster (Spondylus princeps)
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Family: Spondylidae
Maximum Size:
Diameter - 8 inches
Temperament: Passive
Stamina: Moderately Hardy
Activity: Day / Diurnal
Tank Area Preference:
Substrate
Captive Breeding: Unreported
Sexual Differences: None Specified
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A terrific addition to your tank for that usual factor. The Thorny Oyster is a peaceful filter feeder and should be treated the same as scallops or clams as far as feeding. Be sure to place in a high flow area. The oyster does not move, so any food it gets is brought via current. |
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The Pacific Thorny Oyster (Spondylus princeps) belongs to the family named Spondylidae. Typically reaching a max size of about 8 inches in diameter, the Pacific Thorny Oyster is passive in nature and moderately hardy in stamina. It's more active during the daytime and less at night, and will hang out or do best in the substrate. According to FishDB current data, captive breeding success is unreported and there are no external signs of sexual differences. Spondylus princeps in general should have standard (3 watts/gallon) light to thrive. Tank parameters should be maintained with ph level between 8.1 - 8.4, temperature between 77 - 79 degrees fahrenheit, and a salinity between 1.020 - 1.023. Some of the environmental concerns that you should strive to replicate in your home aquaria to promote succesful acclimation include a well established aquarium, a strong water current, and a deep substrate.
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salt water
Vertebrates
