Dreichler Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 So i have a JBJ 28 with an AI Prime over it, solid filtration, running an InTank basket, floss, purigen, and chemipure elite. I have mostly all LPS, with a TON of zoas, and one piece of SPS (stylo). Everything flourishes, and I'm wondering if my tank is ready for a clam. its been running over a year, 7 gallon weekly water change, floss changed every 3 days. the thing that I'm worried about is my lighting. do i have enough? too little? and i don't have ANY room in my sand bed, can it go on a flat rock? more info if needed.... but what clam would be best for me? Link to comment
tetraodon Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 You should be ok, check out the clam info section it has a lot of good info, ive had luck with maxima and derasa clams Link to comment
spinycheek Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 I think you're ready, but you probably will want to feed your clam phytoplankton as your filtration system sounds pretty strong. I'd go with a squamosa or derasa for a first clam (there are very pretty blue squamosas if you search around). Just get one that is over 2-3 inches, for some reason the itty bitty ones are more sensitive. You can also try your luck with the more finicky maxima or crocea, you'll never know how they will do until you try it Link to comment
Dreichler Posted September 12, 2015 Author Share Posted September 12, 2015 I think you're ready, but you probably will want to feed your clam phytoplankton as your filtration system sounds pretty strong. I'd go with a squamosa or derasa for a first clam (there are very pretty blue squamosas if you search around). Just get one that is over 2-3 inches, for some reason the itty bitty ones are more sensitive. You can also try your luck with the more finicky maxima or crocea, you'll never know how they will do until you try it what species would you say is the most unique and colorful Link to comment
spinycheek Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Maxima are prettiest IMO, but I really like squamosa too. Derasas are still attractive, but their best feature is disease resistance. Link to comment
tetraodon Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Ive had better luck with maximas my derasa had a bacterial infection twice, if you get a derasa be careful with feeding phyto, dont direct feed as it can clog the gills. IMHO feeding phyto isnt needed just get a clam from a reputable dealer or the shop knows were it was farmed Link to comment
HarryPotter Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Maximas are beautiful! Croceas are very hardy, but IMO in general their coloration isn't as nice as Maximas. Squamosas are gorgeous too! Link to comment
Bingo1213 Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Ive had better luck with maximas my derasa had a bacterial infection twice, if you get a derasa be careful with feeding phyto, dont direct feed as it can clog the gills. IMHO feeding phyto isnt needed just get a clam from a reputable dealer or the shop knows were it was farmed Plus one to this I lost my first derasa by feeding like this. I have an ulns so I figured it would be good for the clam. My current clam is much happier if I broadcast feed instead. Is this true with maximas too? I have one on order and am wondering if I should target feed that one or not. Link to comment
HarryPotter Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Plus one to this I lost my first derasa by feeding like this. I have an ulns so I figured it would be good for the clam. My current clam is much happier if I broadcast feed instead. Is this true with maximas too? I have one on order and am wondering if I should target feed that one or not. NEVER target feed a clam. They filter feed only Link to comment
spinycheek Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 Yeah, I never target fed, just fed the tank. That's unfortunate about the bacterial problem, guess they all can get problems. Link to comment
tetraodon Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 Yea it did suck but I caught it and treated it both times clam is still alive, though im having much different problems with my tank right now, took a gamble and failed. The cause of the infection I think was due to having to transfer all my live stock from a 20l into a partitioned 10 Link to comment
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