Crocea clam
Tridacna crocea
Familia : Tridacnidae
InvertebradoMarinoclam
Small clam with bright colors, often used in nano-reefs.
Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Descripción
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.
Hábitat
Región :
Coral reefs, rocky areas
Distribución :
Parámetros recomendados
Temperatura24–28 °C
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12 °dGH
KH7–12 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 5 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.02 mg/L
Cuidado
Dificultad
3/5
Dieta
Suspensívoro
Tanque mín.
100 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
15 cm
Esperanza de vida
15 años
Temperamento
paisible
Propagación
Notas de cuidado
Ideal for small reef aquariums. Strong lighting. Stable water, low nitrates. Diet: phytoplankton. Careful not to move it.