New to clams but not reef

[steallife904]

Been thinking about adding a clam. Don't know much about the different ones. I have been in the hobble over 15 years and have a thriving reef tank no. Its mainly LPS but have a handful of SPS. I would like a clam that could go on the rocks and if possible one that doesn't get giant. what are my options? I usually see them in the sandbed so that's why im wondering about one on the rocks. thank you,

 

[thesoulpatch]

@DSC reef

 

[jdeb101]

I believe you are looking for a crocea clam.

 

[reef lover]

Crocea or maxima both are rock borers stay smaller than the sand dwellers and will need high light.

 

[minus9]

I would probably start with a maxima. What lights are you running?

 

[steallife904]

Reefbreeders V2s

 

[minus9]

I'm not too familiar with those lights, but you should be safe in the upper third of your rock work. Clams can grow in different par levels, but the key is seeing new shell growth. If you're in the 200 par range, give or take a little, you should be fine.