Species Care
FRESHWATER MUSSEL
Velesunio spp
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Max Growth Size: 7-10 cm
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Check compatibility with other species here
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 8-23 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 7.0-8.0
- General Hardness: Soft-Moderate
Range: Most parts of Australia
Reproduction: Not known
Feeding: Feeds by filtering water.
Additional Comments: Mainly kept as an additional 'oddball' occupant for unheated aquaria, also kept with Bitterling (an Asian fish which lays its eggs in the Mussel).
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