advice on moving a derasa clam please(moving tomorrow)

[JFrar]

I'm moving my tank tomorrow about 8 miles or so(wish me luck). got probably 50 different corals various sizes.... only 3 fish

But, i want to make sure i properly transplant my derasa. It is about 5-6 inches.. i know they have the pedo foot that anchors themselves into the sandbed and i do not want to break that obviously.

Just need some advice on this.. PLEASE and THANKYOU R2R

 

[Tahoe61]

Often larger clams such as Derasa do not attach to the substrate, the weight of the clam keeps the body upright. Have you tried to move the clam within the tank to see if the clam is actually attached?

 

[JFrar]

Did not know that, I have not but can here in a little bit.

 

[JFrar]

I'll try when the lights come on. Thanks

 

[JFrar]

yup just picked him up.. there are 4-5 old hermit/snail shells stuck to his bottom. guess he's using that to help keep him stabilized.