Purple Clam

Discussion in 'Clams' started by Xiztence, Jan 9, 2010.

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  1. Xiztence

    Xiztence Gigas Clam

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    I'm thinking about buying these clam from my LFS, Not sure what type it is all I know is that its Purple and like 3 inches lol. My tank has been set up for 8 months. My lighting is MH x2 150 watts 15k with T5's x2 65 watts.
     
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  3. Dingo

    Dingo Giant Squid

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    It is probably a maxima clam. The like to be placed on rocks in the middle or upper part of the tank and demand high light. Your mh shoul be okay.
     
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    Xiztence Gigas Clam

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    Yupp he has them like towards the middle on a piece of LR. He asks $60 for it its about 3-4 inches, Is that a good deal?
     
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    Dingo Giant Squid

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    Yea that sounds about right for a maxima... I've seen between 50 and 90 for them depending on the color variations.
    What lights does he have it under
     
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    Xiztence Gigas Clam

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    Im not sure im thinking they are under 3 250 watt MH with T5's.
    One more question is do they absorb alot of calcium?