Crocea clam
Tridacna crocea
Family : Tridacnidae
InvertebrateMarineclam
Small clam with bright colors, often used in nano-reefs.
Popularity
Marine snail
reef algivore
Availability
Very rareShop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Description
The crocea clam is the smallest of the common clams, reaching 15 cm. It is very colorful (blue, green, orange). It embeds in rock. It requires intense light and high water quality.
Habitat
Region :
Coral reefs, rocky areas
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature24–28 °C
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12 °dGH
KH7–12 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 5 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.02 mg/L
Care
Difficulty
3/5
Diet
Suspension feeder
Min. tank
100 L
Min. group
1
Adult size
15 cm
Lifespan
15 years
Temperament
paisible
Propagation
sexuée
Care notes
Ideal for small reef aquariums. Strong lighting. Stable water, low nitrates. Diet: phytoplankton. Careful not to move it.
Similar species
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