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07/02/2007, 08:50 AM
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Help: How to remove a Clam
Ive got a 3inch maxima clam I believe. Its healthy and happy but I want to re due the setup of my rock and i dont know how to safely detach the little guy from his rock.
Rob
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07/02/2007, 09:36 AM
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carefully tilt the clam to the side and cut the byssal filaments with a scalpel or razor. If the byssus is still extended, touch it with the back of the knife/scalpel/razor to make it withdraw. Whatever you do, don't tear the clam off, this may damage the byssus, leading to the demise of the clam.
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07/02/2007, 09:37 AM
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One thing you could try is to put something like a piece of black acrylic over the top of the tank to cast a shadow over it. If it doesn't move by itself, you'll have a heck of a time not damaging its foot.
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07/02/2007, 10:33 AM
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I have never seen a clam so firmly attached that it could not be removed safely. If you are not comfortable doing it yourself, bring it in to ATR and I will do it for you.
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