what clam is best for me?

[clueless]

hello everyone I just wanted to ask a questions before I went out and bought a clam. The tank I wish to add a clam to is a 90 gal tank that has 2 175w halides and 2 no actinics I was wondering what clam will do good under those lighting conditions?

[jwisbey]

The best clam to start with is the derasa IMO. It is hardy and does not require as much light as the crocea or maxima. With the 2 175W MH, you should be able to keep it without a problem related to light.

I have a derasa, crocea, and two maximas in a 125 lit by 2 175MH and 196W PCs. They have been growing great for over a year.

[Physh1]

I would try a derasa first. They require less "work" to keep. If that guy does well you can feel comfortable trying a more expensive/more dependant on tank qualities type clam. You could also start out with a squamosa clam if you can't find a derasa. A squamosa is pretty easy to care for too.

Cameron

[MiNdErAsR]

There is some good info in this thread (http://www.reefcentral.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?threadid=35412). Pay particular attention to the post by JT. It may be of some help.