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I was told this was a Crocea clam when I bought it. After doing a little research I think it may be a Maxima. I really don't care either way. I got it for a steal and love it but it would be nice to know exactly what it is.

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I'm pretty sure that's a maxima based on color -- the ridges indicate to me as well but I'm not an expert
 
Thanks guys. That's what I thought. I got the clam and a few nice frags for $30 from a local guy that was tearing his tank down. :D
 
Hard to tell from pic but I think it's a maxima. The telltale difference is the ribbing on the shell, maximas have fingernails and crocea are smoother
 
My best guess is a crocea. Ridges on the shells can depend on the amount of flow. Only true way to tell is by checking the bysal opening on the bottom of the clam.
 
A+^^^^^ Crocea.
 
Crocea. Beaut at that. These guys love light! Max size is around 6" and they can live a long time. I miss mine after 9years it passed (was full 6" when I got it too). Good luck! Nice score!
 

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