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Maxima Clam Red Sea

Details

Tridacna maxima - The Maxima clam also known as the small giant clam is the most popular giant clam species in the aquarium trade. Maxima clams have some of the brightest coloration of any of the giant clam species. They do very well in aquariums with higher lighting and should be kept in the rock work so they can attach with their byssal threads. They can reach a max size of 12”. 

Type A is similar to Grade A/Ultra clams with more blue and purple coloration

Type B will have more Greens and browns

Specifications

Reef Safe? Yes

Parameters:

Specific Gravity 1.023 - 1.025

pH 8.1 - 8.3

Temperature 78° F

Ca 380 - 450ppm

dKH 8 - 12

Mg 1200- 1400 ppm

Diet:

This species is photosynthetic but will benefit from feedings of microfoods like Easy SPS EvoandEasy Booster

Current Size: Various Sizing

Max Size:

Suggested Tank Size:

Compatability

Compatible with:

  • Invertebrates
  • Live Rock/Sand

Compatible with caution:

Incompatible with:

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Color: Type A 2.5 - 3"

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