Maxima clam
Tridacna maxima
Family : Tridacnidae
InvertebrateMarineclam
Medium-sized clam, very colorful, popular in reef aquariums.
Popularity
Marine snail
reef algivore
Availability
Very rareShop availability
IUCN Status
NT
Near Threatened
Description
The maxima clam is a bivalve with bright colors (blue, green, purple). It grows up to 30 cm. It is often embedded in coral. It requires intense light and stable water.
Habitat
Region :
Coral reefs, shallow 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
4/5
Diet
Suspension feeder
Min. tank
200 L
Min. group
1
Adult size
30 cm
Lifespan
20 years
Temperament
paisible
Propagation
sexuée
Care notes
Reef aquarium with strong lighting. Very clean water, nitrates <5 ppm. Diet: phytoplankton. Watch for parasites.
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