Difference between revisions of "Tridacna gigas"
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== Identification == | == Identification == | ||
| − | : | + | :Sports a mantle that is often blue, to blue-green, to green. It is vastly larger than its relatives, making it "the" giant clam. |
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Giant Clam
Giant Clam
Tridacna gigas
2271 Litres (600 US G.)
137-118 cm (53.9-46.5")
8.1 - 8.4
22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)
8-12 °d
1:1 M:F
8-100 years
Family
Tridacnidae
This animal is available captive bred
Contents
Alternative names[edit]
Origin[edit]
- Indo-Pacific reef slopes.
Sexing[edit]
- Like its other relatives, it is hermaphroditic.
Tank compatibility[edit]
- Position so it can receive enough light. Do not house with known predators like Angelfish and Butterflyfish.
Diet[edit]
- Photosynthetic algae in tissues provide food. Can also do supplemental feeding.
Feeding regime[edit]
- Daily.
Environment Specifics[edit]
- A spacious reef tank with good flow and passive tank mates will do
Behaviour[edit]
- Sedentary, like most Tridacnids.
Identification[edit]
- Sports a mantle that is often blue, to blue-green, to green. It is vastly larger than its relatives, making it "the" giant clam.
