{"product_id":"freshwater-mussels","title":"Freshwater Mussels","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pt-0.5 juice:pt-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-6 w-6 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full juice:h-8 juice:w-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8\"\u003eFreshwater mussels are fascinating filter-feeding mollusks that play a vital role in maintaining clean and healthy aquatic environments. Known for their ability to remove impurities from the water, mussels make a unique addition to aquariums when cared for properly. With the right tank setup, stable water parameters, and adequate micro-foods, freshwater mussels can thrive and support a balanced ecosystem in your home aquarium.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555; font-size: 14.4px;\"\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimum 100 litres+ for most species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey need deep substrate (5–7 cm) to burrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse fine sand or smooth small gravel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid sharp stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature: 18–24°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH: 6.5–8.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: Prefer moderately hard water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrite: ALWAYS 0 (even small amounts kill them)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed gentle to moderate water flow, like a river bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small powerhead helps keep water moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOxygen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMussels need high oxygen levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd an air stone or sponge filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough they filter-feed, aquariums do not naturally provide enough food.\u003cbr\u003e\nYou \u003cstrong\u003eMUST\u003c\/strong\u003e supplement:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive phytoplankton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen water (algae-rich tank water)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiquid invertebrate foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicro foods (e.g., marine phytoplankton—safe for freshwater mussels)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed 2–3 times a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery Important\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMussels can starve silently\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf they are not fed properly, they slowly die and decompose, which can crash the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Splashy Fin Aquarium Bengaluru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45822696849569,"sku":"MUS-FW-001","price":200.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/4646\/2625\/files\/14796_fresh-water-mussels-3.jpg?v=1773645595","url":"https:\/\/fish.splashyfin.com\/products\/freshwater-mussels","provider":"Splashy Fin Aquarium Bengaluru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}