Swan Mussel Anodonta cygnea
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Anodonta cygnea
Origin region
Europe
Care level
Challenging
Level in tank
Bottom
Adult size (cm)
15.00
Minimum tank (L)
80
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Filter feeder
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
8.0–20.0
pH
6.80–7.80
GH (dGH)
3.0–12.0
KH (dKH)
2.0–6.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–2.00
Habitat & environment
Europe
Feeding
Filter feeder
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Bivalve lifecycle with glochidia; advanced care.
Notes
Useful for bitterling biotopes; needs mature, clean substrate.