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Clams in a 12gal nano???


90_berlin_joe

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Looking to add a clam to my display but really think i dont have enough light there. 90gal with 300watts no halides. Now my 12 nano has 48wats which is 4watts per gallon however i am thinking that the water would be an issue although my levels are all amazingly perfect. What do you guys think?

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No. No way. First off, fluo rays only penetrate about 12-20" MAX, so a 90 is too deep for anything but halides. The nano MIGHT be able to support a derasa or gigas (either will outgrow it soon) or squamosa clam (placed up high), but certainly not a crocea, which needs potent halides. Also keep in mind that there's more than just lighting involved; the water conditions must be VERY stable, including making sure that the calcium and alkalinity are in a perfect balance always.

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