Clam in a 20 long

Discussion in 'Clams' started by MilesDudley, Feb 4, 2011.

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  1. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    For a clam in a 20L I would suggest a 4X 24w T5HO light fixture.
     
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  2. nightster

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  3. bvb-etf-luva

    bvb-etf-luva Banned

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    also ity depends oon what type of clam, not a maxima
     
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  4. Vinnyboombatz

    Vinnyboombatz Giant Squid

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    His fixture is plenty with any clam. I have two 18w t5HOs on a 24 nano and I have kept all kinds of clams on the bottom including maximas.

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  5. xmetalfan99

    xmetalfan99 Giant Squid

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    Ahhh, the good ol' clam lighting debate. I think you will be just fine keeping a clam in a 20L considering it is only 12" tall.

    You do not need halides, LED's or an obviously exagerated 8bulb T5HO fixture to have clams. With the proper placement and care, you can keep clams under PC bulbs as well. I would not put a clam under T8 or non-HO T5HO lighting.
     
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  6. Vinnyboombatz

    Vinnyboombatz Giant Squid

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    +K Miles as long as you have the t5 HO fixture you are good to go.
     
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  7. wfb2270

    wfb2270 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    i agree should be enough. make sure your water quality is high as well. lights are only part of it
     
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