Are there any clams that stay small?

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Are there any clams that stay small? I have a 30 gal and i think theyre cool but all the ones i have seen get huge. Just wondering
 
I just wouldnt know what to do when it gets too big. I mean I could always upgrade but I would rather not, I already have a 75 gal African Cichlid tank and my fiance would freak if I got another that size lol. Plus I would have to buy more powerheads and a protein skimmer and all the other goodies needed for a larger tank...
 
T. Crocea clams normally stay under 6 inches when fully grown and don' t get any bigger. They do require high lighting though
 
I love my T. Crocea! Almost 3yrs in my tank :) I have a 26g :)
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I love my T. Crocea! Almost 3yrs in my tank :) I have a 26g :)

Should I wait a while before getting one? I was told I should have my tank established for around 6 months before getting a bubble tip anemone, would it be around the same for the T. Crocea or just get it whenever?
 
How old is your tank? Reason being for the 6+ months is your water parameters.
If you've had no major swings you should be fine. Like with most of our live stock a stable enviorement is a must.
 
How old is your tank? Reason being for the 6+ months is your water parameters.
If you've had no major swings you should be fine. Like with most of our live stock a stable enviorement is a must.

I havent started cycling yet. I am waiting on my dry live rock to arrive from BRS and then I will cure it for a month in a rubbermaid tub. Then I will start cycling the tank. I am mainly doing research for now. Thanks for all info!
 
I don't think it would be a good idea to add a clam before the first six months of a new tank. It's best to let the water param's have a chance to get settled down and run smooth.
 

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