Irritated New clam

[FlyPenFly]

New big clam from the LFS last week. Was happy for the first 2-3 days but recently isn’t as symmetrically open. I Have 3 other clams that are much happier and open in the tank.

Debating whether to try a FW dip in case it’s pinched mantle.

I do have strong lights so I pulled it back 50% into acclimation mode for 3 weeks.

 

[DSC reef]

I see a little ruffling but not sure if its pinched mantle. If it's a larger maxima I wouldn't be to concerned with lowering the intensity of the lights. If it gets worse you can try a FW dip. Hopefully it comes around. Keep an eye on the health of your other clams too.

 

[FlyPenFly]

Yeah it's not opening up nice and happy. I'm going to try changing my flow patterns and pump directions to see if that makes a difference. If not, I'll try a buffered FW dip tomorrow.

 

[FlyPenFly]

Ok I repositioned it from center to closer to glass and it’s looking a little better this morning. Not sure if it’s from just time or the new position. Will hold off on the dip for now.

 

[reef lover]

Looks much better!!

 

[FlyPenFly]

So improving more today but...

Where is the output siphon?!?

 

[DSC reef]

Opposite end of the incurrent siphon. When the mantle is open more you can see it. Sometimes it's not as prominent

 

[FlyPenFly]

Yeah I am pretty familiar of where it’s supposed to be but this is the first maxima I’ve seen where it’s not sticking out

 

[reef lover]

Sometimes they pull them in, or it could be hidden by part of the mantel