Description: Today clams are among the most popular for their electric coloration and interesting patterns.
Hardiness: T. gigas is a moderately hardy clam which usually does well in reef tanks given strong lighting and clear water conditions with low to moderate water flow
Lighting: Requires fairly intense lighting, Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact depending on tank size. The clam coloration can change depending upon lighting conditions
Water Current: Low to moderate
Temperature: Does well within normal reef tank temperature ranges of 75-84F
Feeding: Primarily photosynthetic. They may benefit
from feedings of phytoplankton, but it is not required.
Supplements: Proper calcium levels (350-500 milligrams per liter) are important for growth as is maintaining good alkalinity levels
Tank Positioning: Position on the substrate in the bottom of the tank in a low to moderate water flow area. Can also be positioned on live rock if care is taken to locate it so that it cannot move and fall from its perch
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