Hi, looking to get a maxima clam and have a few questions.
1. Would the clam be sufficient for a 50 gallon tank? I have read they can grow up to 12 inches in the wild but in captivity it's more around 4-6 inches.
2. I read that Clams constantly filter nutrients such as ammonia and nitrate from the water thereby reducing the biological load and lowering the overall nitrate level in the aquarium, improving water conditions. Is this true?
3. Parameter's to keep this clam are: Salinity 1.024-.26, Temp 77-78, ph 7.7-8.2. How soon should I wait post cycle before looking to add one?
1. Would the clam be sufficient for a 50 gallon tank? I have read they can grow up to 12 inches in the wild but in captivity it's more around 4-6 inches.
2. I read that Clams constantly filter nutrients such as ammonia and nitrate from the water thereby reducing the biological load and lowering the overall nitrate level in the aquarium, improving water conditions. Is this true?
3. Parameter's to keep this clam are: Salinity 1.024-.26, Temp 77-78, ph 7.7-8.2. How soon should I wait post cycle before looking to add one?