There's something fishy about this build...

[Slocke]

I’m at work but just got a notification that some clams have been delivered….

 

[Goaway]

yikes.. hopefully not too hot out there.

 

[Slocke]

yikes.. hopefully not too hot out there.

Nope it's perfect today!
And neighbor is floating them for me anyway

 

[minus9]

I think the foot is fine and the clam should reposition itself to the light. If you can manually reposition it, that would be even better.

@minus9 What do you think?

In nature clams don't always settle perfectly aligned facing towards the sun, so I wouldn't do anything. The clam will orient itself according to light, flow, etc, so if doesn't like this spot, it will eventually release in hopes that it finds a more suitable spot.

 

[minus9]

Looking at the clam, I don't see much growth on the shell, so I'm not sure how long it has been in this spot, but it's not growing at its current location. Do have any par measurements at its location? I would shoot for 300-350 minimum for at least 8hrs a day, if not more.

 

[Slocke]

Looking at the clam, I don't see much growth on the shell, so I'm not sure how long it has been in this spot, but it's not growing at its current location. Do have any par measurements at its location? I would shoot for 300-350 minimum for at least 8hrs a day, if not more.

It’s a pretty new clam. I’ve had it like 2 weeks. My plan was to move it higher but it attached to the rock really quick.

Par in this tank is very high but I don’t remember what it is there.

 

[minus9]

It’s a pretty new clam. I’ve had it like 2 weeks. My plan was to move it higher but it attached to the rock really quick.

Par in this tank is very high but I don’t remember what it is there.

Then it most likely wasn't kept in good conditions at the LFS or vendor, which is not uncommon. When buying clams, always look for a healthy growth rim on the shell, avoid all clams that don't have this unless you're willing or capable of providing the right conditions for the clam. My guess is the clam will move or release itself at some point, which will give you an opportunity to move it to better spot/position. There's a method to cut the byssal threads at the attachment point, but if you haven't done this before, it can be nerve racking and/or stressful for both you and the clam. Damaging the byssal organ is not something you want to do, as it will most likely lead to the clams death if the damage is severe. You might be able to put a piece of rock or rubble next to the attachment point in hopes that it moves to that piece, then you can safely move the clam.

 

[Slocke]

Then it most likely wasn't kept in good conditions at the LFS or vendor, which is not uncommon. When buying clams, always look for a healthy growth rim on the shell, avoid all clams that don't have this unless you're willing or capable of providing the right conditions for the clam. My guess is the clam will move or release itself at some point, which will give you an opportunity to move it to better spot/position. There's a method to cut the byssal threads at the attachment point, but if you haven't done this before, it can be nerve racking and/or stressful for both you and the clam. Damaging the byssal organ is not something you want to do, as it will most likely lead to the clams death if the damage is severe. You might be able to put a piece of rock or rubble next to the attachment point in hopes that it moves to that piece, then you can safely move the clam.

I just got some small ORA maxima and deresa clams. Should I start them in high light or try and slowly move them up?

 

[tbrown]

Nope it's perfect today!
And neighbor is floating them for me anyway

 

[Slocke]

 

[minus9]

I just got some small ORA maxima and deresa clams. Should I start them in high light or try and slowly move them up?

Those two species usually require different light intensities. I would start with the maximas high in the rock and the derasa on the sand, provided you have enough light in those locations? Do you have James Fatherree’s book on clams? If not, I would buy it from Amazon. Clam book

 

[Slocke]

Those two species usually require different light intensities. I would start with the maximas high in the rock and the derasa on the sand, provided you have enough light in those locations? Do you have James Fatherree’s book on clams? If not, I would buy it from Amazon. Clam book

Just got home. So there is some white on the newish clam.

As for the brand new clams as of today. I just added them and the deresa is bigger then I was expecting but the other two are tiny.
Deresa

First grade

Ultra gold

As for placement the first grade is on the left and the gold on the right

Also the new clown is released

 

[tbrown]

Why does mine stay so open? It seems like most pictures I see are of mostly closed clams?

 

[Slocke]

Why does mine stay so open? It seems like most pictures I see are of mostly closed clams?

Nah
Mine was that open after it got happy
https://photos.app.goo.gl/TRj4NECSH1iSU2qk6

 

[Goaway]

Why does mine stay so open? It seems like most pictures I see are of mostly closed clams?

Might be looking for more light?

 

[tbrown]

Might be looking for more light?

It's practically on the sandbed so I suppose that's a possibility.

 

[Slocke]

Why does mine stay so open? It seems like most pictures I see are of mostly closed clams?

As open as mine?

So same filter. Different side of tank. I think swapping the blades was a good decision

 

[JoJosReef]

As open as mine?

So same filter. Different side of tank. I think swapping the blades was a good decision

How is new Nemo?

 

[Slocke]

How is new Nemo?

Looks very happy. He's as dumb as I've come to expect from clowns. Like I have caught him playing treadmill with my strongest powerhead multiple times. Only concern is he's ....

Look mods I'm trying to cut out the innuendo but like thats literally what this fish is doing. He spits food out instead of swallowing. No inuendo intended.

 

[Slocke]

Well call it the mass extinction because the dinos are dead!! Thanks @Reefering1
https://photos.app.goo.gl/TZpdXQAVQEzf8dJc7
Though I think I may know why my euphyllia struggle…

Crab, welcome to eel tank sump. Be glad it's not eel tank tank