Can I keep clams dosing b-ionic, or is a CA reacor necessary?? ...

[Newreeflady]

I'd really like to have at least one nice clam in my 65g tank, is it possible if I just dose b-ionic. Can you dose b-ionic on a need be basis, or does it have to be done every day? What is the minium ca level you can keep clams at??

Thanks:)
Angela.

[MiNdErAsR]

I think you could keep a clam with B-Ionic. You just have to keep an eye on alk & Ca levels. You would dose B-Ionic on a daily basis in order to maintain levels. I wouldn't shoot for "minimum levels" but normal reeftank levels (Ca 400-500 PPM and alk 10-12dKH).

[toptank]

IME I think you will be fine. That is what I was using in my 90 gal for a year then went to a 180 and got a ca reactor as it is to big to dose that way.

Barry

[Chaotic Reefer4u-old]

i have a forty gallon reef tank with a 4 inch super crocea and a 6 inch derasa from tonga! they do just fine with just adding b-ionic on a daily basis!

[Newreeflady]

Thanks to everyone. I'm so glad to hear that:) Do you all order online, because my lfs charges like 120$ per clam, that is way expensive!! If you order online, pls post from where and your experience bad or good. Thanks to all:D

Angela.

[MiNdErAsR]

My most recent clam purchase was through Harbor Aquatics (www.harboraquatics.com). The price was right, service great, and specimens perfect. All in all a most pleasurable experience. Ask for JT and tell him I sent you!

[Newreeflady]

Thanks!! Once I am ready to order i'll try them:D

Angela.

[biggdriver]

I also was looking for a place to order clams and found out that a lot of peple here were buying from Jim at http://www.itanku.com/
He does alot of posts on the clam threads...And From what I have been reading realy know his stuff..Ask him about feeding dt's also. Seems to be the best for smaller clams..It was in a previous thread here somewhere

[jim norris]

Hello Newreeflady!
I use a two part additive instead of a reactor. I use Seachem Reef Builder and Reef Advantage Calcium. Welcome to the wonderful world of clams.
Jim

[Newreeflady]

Jim, I just e-mailed you.

Thanks all,
Angela.