Charley Waters
Aquarium Advice Newbie
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- May 21, 2007
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Hello,
I am interested in conducting an experiment using about 30 juvenile tradacnidae clams ~2 cm in length over a three month period. At the end of that time they will be returned to the lagoon.
My question is what size tank should I have to make sure each specimen has sufficient space and access to their share of nutrients, etc. I've spoken with a clam retailer who suggested about 1 gallon per clam, but he may have meant 1 gallon per mature clam, i.e., 15-20 cm in length. Like I said, my specimens will be an order of magnitude smaller.
Do any of the experts out there have an answer to that one. If so, I'd really appreciate hearing your opinion.
Thank you,
Charley Waters
I am interested in conducting an experiment using about 30 juvenile tradacnidae clams ~2 cm in length over a three month period. At the end of that time they will be returned to the lagoon.
My question is what size tank should I have to make sure each specimen has sufficient space and access to their share of nutrients, etc. I've spoken with a clam retailer who suggested about 1 gallon per clam, but he may have meant 1 gallon per mature clam, i.e., 15-20 cm in length. Like I said, my specimens will be an order of magnitude smaller.
Do any of the experts out there have an answer to that one. If so, I'd really appreciate hearing your opinion.
Thank you,
Charley Waters