Giant Clam (Tridacna gigas)
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Giant Clam
Giant Clam
Tridacna gigas
2271 Litres (600 US G.)
35.6-50.8cm (14-20 ")
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
Origin
- Indo-Pacific reef slopes.
Sexing
- Unknown
Tank compatibility
- Position so it can receive enough light
Diet
- Photosynthetic algae in tissues provide food. Can also do supplemental feeding.
Feeding regime
- Daily.
Environment Specifics
- Reef
Behaviour
- Unknown
Identification
- Mainly blue.
