Derasa Clam (Tridacna derasa)

Derasa Clam (Tridacna derasa)Derasa clam (Tridacna derasa) Gold, blue edge Family: Tridacnidae Care level: Moderate Temperament: Peaceful Reef compatibility: Reef safe Max wild size: 50cm Diet: Photosynthesis via Zooxanthellae, filter feeder Shipping size: Approximately 6cm Derasa clams are relatively easy to care for. Theyre unable to move great distances or at least not in a very controlled manner so care should be taken to create a suitable base for them. Derasa clams tend to

Derasa clam (Tridacna derasa)

Gold, blue edge

Family: Tridacnidae

Care level: Moderate

Temperament: Peaceful

Reef compatibility: Reef safe

Max wild size: 50cm

Diet: Photosynthesis via Zooxanthellae, filter feeder

Shipping size: Approximately 6cm

Derasa clams are relatively easy to care for. They’re unable to move great distances or at least not in a very controlled manner so care should be taken to create a suitable base for them.

Derasa clams tend to prefer high light although smaller (younger) clams under a couple of inches will do just fine in more moderate light. In the wild Derasa clams can reach the magnificent size of around 50cm.

Clams are filter feeders so the addition of a quality filter feeding food is recommended. Moderate to high indirect flow should be provided to assist with filter feeding. 

As with all shelled animals it is important to maintain correct levels of Calcium, alkalinity and magnesium as well as trace elements in the aquarium.