General information The Maxima Clam is one of the most visually breathtaking specimens available for the home aquarium. Its mantle contains luminescent, electric, and vibrant blue and purple hues. These are incredibly high-quality clams that will unequivocally inject your tank with color and charm. While the beauty alone encourages an impulse buy, the conscientious aquarist…
General information The Derasa Clam is the most widely available and hardy of the Tridacna clams. Along with its cousin, Tridacna gigas, it was one of the of the first aquacultured species of Tridacna clams. A giant clam just sitting in still may seem like a rather unlikely choice for the aquarium. But after one look…
General information The family Tridacnidae contains a number of clams that are common in the aquarium trade. Collectively, they are commonly called “Tridacna Clams” by hobbyists. These animals are beautiful, interesting, and highly variable, with no two clams looking alike. Their colorful mantles contain photosynthetic zooxanthellae, similar to corals. Although very beautiful, clams are not for everyone….
General information Tridacna crocea are beautiful clams oftentimes displaying a variety of colorations with intricate patterns. These clams are capable of reaching a maximum size of 6" in the wild. The Crocea Clam can penetrate through limestone substrates by releasing an acid to break down the carbonate in the stone. It uses the ridges of…