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Old 02-03-2016, 04:15 AM   #1
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Can someone identify this clam. Isit a maxima? The seller told me it wasn't but I can't remember the name!Click image for larger version Name: ImageUploadedByAquarium Advice1454490917.335019.jpg Views: 96 Size: 28.5 KB ID: 284431


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It looks like it could be. It is far away but the shell looks right.
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Old 02-03-2016, 01:28 PM   #3
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It looks like it could be. It is far away but the shell looks right.

+1 to Hank. Looks like a maxima to me


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Here is a pretty good shot of a known Maxima, shell and all for comparison.

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Click image for larger version Name: ImageUploadedByAquarium Advice1454528974.747459.jpg Views: 73 Size: 26.4 KB ID: 284454Click image for larger version Name: ImageUploadedByAquarium Advice1454529002.479537.jpg Views: 77 Size: 28.2 KB ID: 284455

It has move a little today to help me see it!
Still thinking maxima? I think he said its a peresa but i may have misheard completely!!


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It is 100% not a deresa. If you can get a close up of the shell we could id it better. I'm still thinking maxima though.


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Ok lights are off now. I will post another picture in the morning!!


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Maybe he said crocea??


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