Would love to get a clam but...

csacord · 07-19-2004, 03:24 PM

I really would love to add a clam to my tank (see specs below). I am not sure however where to start or if my equipment is adequate enough. Any thoughts?

Thanks

MarVida · 07-19-2004, 03:40 PM

I'm certainly not an authority but I don't think 36W PC is ideal for even the lower light clams. How long has your tank been setup? You may also want to add a skimmer to help with water quality.

Casey · 07-21-2004, 05:40 PM

You need more light a clam would just die on you.

instinctive84 · 01-03-2005, 02:00 AM

l would relli love to keep a clam too. However, currently my tank doest not have any cooler.. Does clams die easily, w/o much cooling??

512148048 · 01-03-2005, 04:50 PM

as long as the tempature is around 80 to 82 and dosnt flux much i dont think tempature would be an issue all i have to say is that if you want to keep a clam under pc u probaly will be dishing out enough for a halide any way so just get a 70 watt halide for that 18 tall and you should be good to go
btw welcome to trt instinctive84

wanareef · 01-04-2005, 07:06 AM

I agreee - not enough lights

Clownfishman · 01-12-2005, 10:22 PM

I have a 29G and my squamosa sets 1' below the 130 W power compact and he likes it..

180Bob · 01-20-2005, 07:55 PM

Make sure your water quallity is good. Clams are very sensitive. The more light the happier they are. If your clam is over 3 inches feeding once a week is ok if smaller then you will have to feed more often. [img]../images/icons/icon7.gif[/img] Good luck