{"product_id":"tridacna-crocea-premium-blue","title":"Tridacna Crocea Premium Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eKasvatettu Maxima Clam (Aquacultured) – Tridacna maxima (6cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon name: Crocea Clam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific name: Tridacna Crocea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Indo-Pacific (aquacultured)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult size: Up to 30–35 cm (usually smaller in aquariums)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament: Peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet: Photosynthetic (zooxanthellae) + filter feeder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimum tank size: 100–150 L+ (mature reef system)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReef safe: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquacultured Specimen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clam is aquacultured, meaning it has been sustainably farmed rather than collected from the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefits of aquacultured clams:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• More sustainable and environmentally responsible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Typically hardier and better adapted to aquarium life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Reduced impact on natural reef ecosystems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverview\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTridacna maxima is one of the most vibrant and sought-after giant clams in the reef hobby. Its mantle displays intense blues, turquoises, golds and intricate patterns, making it a true showpiece in reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species relies heavily on strong lighting due to its symbiotic zooxanthellae algae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaxima clams naturally attach to hard surfaces and should be placed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• On stable rockwork (not directly on sand long-term)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Under strong reef lighting (high PAR required)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• In moderate, indirect flow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsufficient lighting is the most common cause of decline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimarily photosynthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn established systems, medium to large specimens generally do not require additional feeding. Very small clams (\u0026lt;5 cm) may benefit from occasional phytoplankton feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable parameters are essential:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Salinity: 1.024–1.026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Temperature: 24–26°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Calcium: 400–450 ppm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KH: 7–9 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Nitrate \u0026amp; phosphate: Low but not zero\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClams consume calcium and alkalinity as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful and reef safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid keeping with fish known to nip at mantles, such as certain angelfish or butterflyfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mature, stable reef aquarium is strongly recommended for long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Korallifarmi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54822469173571,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0595\/1864\/8365\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_c34d5ec7-82f4-4d85-be9c-90e46d4dda01.jpg?v=1789744204","url":"https:\/\/korallifarmi.fi\/sv\/products\/tridacna-crocea-premium-blue","provider":"Korallifarmi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}