Derasa Clam - 4"

Tridacna derasa

. derasa is a very hardy species and a good clam for the beginning hobbyist, provided reasonably strong lighting, clear water conditions and stable salinity is provided.. Moderate to Intense lighting can be used with these clams although they seem to due better with lighting on the brighter end of the scale. Being shallow water species, they may do best with lower Kelvin lighting (6K to 10K). Proper calcium levels (400-450 ppm) are important for growth as is maintaining good alkalinity levels.



Primarily photosynthetic. They may benefit from feedings of phytoplankton, but it is not required.


Size: to 24"
Area of Collection: Indo-Pacific
Reef Suitability: Excellent

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