Yellow Freshwater Clam Corbicula Fluminea 4cm

Yellow Freshwater Clam Corbicula Fluminea 4cmYellow Freshwater Clam (Corbicula fluminea) OverviewThe Yellow Freshwater Clam is an attractive bivalve with a smooth, rounded shell that ranges from pale gold to rich yellow tones. Known for its natural water filtering ability, it helps clear fine particles and improve water clarity in mature, stable aquariums. A peaceful, low activity invertebrate best suited for experienced keepers who can provide a steady supply of microscopic food. OriginNative

The Yellow Freshwater Clam is an attractive bivalve with a smooth, rounded shell that ranges from pale gold to rich yellow tones. Known for its natural water-filtering ability, it helps clear fine particles and improve water clarity in mature, stable aquariums. A peaceful, low-activity invertebrate best suited for experienced keepers who can provide a steady supply of microscopic food.

Native to East and Southeast Asia, inhabiting slow to moderately flowing rivers, lakes, and streams with sandy or fine gravel bottoms.

A pure filter feeder that consumes:

• Microalgae
• Phytoplankton
• Infusoria
• Suspended organic particles

In very clean tanks, supplemental feeding with phytoplankton or fine liquid invertebrate foods is necessary to prevent starvation.

Peaceful and best kept with gentle, non-predatory species:

• Small tetras & rasboras
• Peaceful gouramis
• Corydoras
• Shrimp
• Snails

Avoid: Loaches, puffers, crayfish, crabs, and large cichlids that may harass or damage clams.

None. This species is completely passive and spends most of its time partially buried in substrate.

Intermediate. Requires:

• A mature aquarium with consistent micro-food
• Very stable water conditions
• Fine sand or gravel for burrowing
• Excellent water quality

Most challenges come from insufficient food in newer or overly sterile tanks.

• Temperature: 70–80°F (21–27°C)
• pH: 6.8–8.0
• Hardness: 6–18 dGH
• Notes:
  • Extremely sensitive to ammonia and nitrite—must have pristine water.
  • Provide soft to fine substrates for comfortable burrowing.
  • Avoid strong direct flow.

The Yellow Freshwater Clam (Corbicula fluminea) is a peaceful, attractive, and functional filter feeder that thrives in mature, stable aquariums with gentle tank mates and consistent microscopic food availability.