Recommendation of Clam species

unclemarkiesreef · 07/12/2002, 11:56 AM

I have had a reef tank for 6 years but never had a clam. I find
them fascinating though and would like to purchase one. Is their a clam that you would recommend thats hardy yet beautiful.

Thanks for your article. I enjoyed it.

Mark

jfatherree · 07/12/2002, 12:07 PM

Croceas and maximas come in fancier colors - but my experience has been that derasas tend to be the hardiest of the bunch. I'd try one of them first, and if successful, try some others.

While you shop, watch out for "sick" clams. Be sure a clam is expanding well, and reacts to the shadow of your hand passing overhead, and/or to a light touch. If the clam just sits there and doesn't react to either, especially with the shell opened wide, choose another.

Best of luck

jf

07/12/2002, 11:56 AM	#1
unclemarkiesreef Awaiting Email Confirmation Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Jacksonville, Fl Posts: 24	Recommendation of Clam species I have had a reef tank for 6 years but never had a clam. I find them fascinating though and would like to purchase one. Is their a clam that you would recommend thats hardy yet beautiful. Thanks for your article. I enjoyed it. Mark

07/12/2002, 12:07 PM	#2
jfatherree Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 35	tough clams Croceas and maximas come in fancier colors - but my experience has been that derasas tend to be the hardiest of the bunch. I'd try one of them first, and if successful, try some others. While you shop, watch out for "sick" clams. Be sure a clam is expanding well, and reacts to the shadow of your hand passing overhead, and/or to a light touch. If the clam just sits there and doesn't react to either, especially with the shell opened wide, choose another. Best of luck jf