Tridacna Pearl
June 2nd, 2010
clams and pearls of the pacific ocean
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Tridacna gigas GIANT clam shell reeftank w/ blister pearl +37″ PAIR $4,500.00 |
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+10″ Giant clam seashell tridacna gigas shell w/ PEARL $650.00 |
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10″ Giant clam seashell tridacna gigas shell w/ PEARL $550.00 |
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White tridacna, pearl, red coral & black agate necklace $15.67 |
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Tridacna Gigas natural wild pearl 32 mm BIG SIZE WOW!!! $380.00 |
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Tridacna Gigas natural wild pearl 21 mm BIG & elongated shaped WOW!!! $89.00 |
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Tridacna Gigas natural wild pearl 16 mm BIG & elongated shaped WOW!!! $49.00 |
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Tridacna Gigas natural wild pearl 27.2 mm ELONGATED shaped WOW!!! $69.00 |
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CET Domain 2C070015 Natural Green and White Dongling Agate Tridacna Bracelet 8 mm $33.98 With those green and white dongling stones’ this bracelet is used in the psychological treatment that has a very effect on the heart and lungs’ and increase muscle flexibility. The most commonly used stone to treat the heart’ relieve stress’ as well as eye disease. Tangling jade can be used to attract good friends’ honor people to help’ good luck’ good material and also wealth. The speculators’ gamblers carry this lucky stone by their sides. Tangling jade is the birth stone of May. It’s the lucky stone in Chinese medicine’ by the end of the clam shell and pearl was considered to have the same effect because it contained trace elements’ shell keratin and amino acids’ which are said to have health care’ metabolism’ have antiaging effects. It also promotes the prevention of osteoporosis. An elastic string is spread through the holes of the black and white stones. This bracelet is unisex’ men and women are fans of the jade jacked bracelet’ and it has a special shape and natural color. In china’ agate stones are cherished by many as an ancient symbol of brilliant virtues. This item takes between 721 days to ship/arrive because it ships out of Hong Kong or China. |
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Tridacna derasa Derasa Clam – XLarge $119.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Derasa Clams ( Tridacna derasa ) can grow quite large in the home aquarium. They are typically found with yellow to gold striped mantle colorations outlined in blue or purple. Mantle patterns and colors will vary between individual specimens. Unlike most other species of clams, the Derasa Clam has a mostly smooth shell without prominent scutes. They generally have six or seven vertical folds but can have up to twelve. The shell itself is whitish and fan-shaped when small, becoming slightly more elongated as the clam grows. These clams are usually fairly thin at the top when closed and only slightly inflated towards the bottom. Derasa’s are found on a variety of surfaces. They can grow within colonies of corals (especially Acropora corals) or on sandy flats, rubble piles or rock faces. They are usually found in fairly shallow waters but some have been found much deeper in areas with very clear water. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is very small on Derasa Clams. Young clams are only lightly attached and this attachment is lost as the clam grows. Some Derasa Clams have even been found with no byssal opening at all. The opening is more slot-like in shape rather than the elliptical or circular opening found on other clams. The top edge of this clam is symmetrical and the clam can close up very tightly. Derasa’s are one of the hardiest Tridacna species. They require strong lighting and ideal water quality and should be placed under high direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna derasa Derasa Clam – Large $89.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Derasa Clams ( Tridacna derasa ) can grow quite large in the home aquarium. They are typically found with yellow to gold striped mantle colorations outlined in blue or purple. Mantle patterns and colors will vary between individual specimens. Unlike most other species of clams, the Derasa Clam has a mostly smooth shell without prominent scutes. They generally have six or seven vertical folds but can have up to twelve. The shell itself is whitish and fan-shaped when small, becoming slightly more elongated as the clam grows. These clams are usually fairly thin at the top when closed and only slightly inflated towards the bottom. Derasa’s are found on a variety of surfaces. They can grow within colonies of corals (especially Acropora corals) or on sandy flats, rubble piles or rock faces. They are usually found in fairly shallow waters but some have been found much deeper in areas with very clear water. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is very small on Derasa Clams. Young clams are only lightly attached and this attachment is lost as the clam grows. Some Derasa Clams have even been found with no byssal opening at all. The opening is more slot-like in shape rather than the elliptical or circular opening found on other clams. The top edge of this clam is symmetrical and the clam can close up very tightly. Derasa’s are one of the hardiest Tridacna species. They require strong lighting and ideal water quality and should be placed under high direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna derasa Derasa Clam – Medium $79.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Derasa Clams ( Tridacna derasa ) can grow quite large in the home aquarium. They are typically found with yellow to gold striped mantle colorations outlined in blue or purple. Mantle patterns and colors will vary between individual specimens. Unlike most other species of clams, the Derasa Clam has a mostly smooth shell without prominent scutes. They generally have six or seven vertical folds but can have up to twelve. The shell itself is whitish and fan-shaped when small, becoming slightly more elongated as the clam grows. These clams are usually fairly thin at the top when closed and only slightly inflated towards the bottom. Derasa’s are found on a variety of surfaces. They can grow within colonies of corals (especially Acropora corals) or on sandy flats, rubble piles or rock faces. They are usually found in fairly shallow waters but some have been found much deeper in areas with very clear water. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is very small on Derasa Clams. Young clams are only lightly attached and this attachment is lost as the clam grows. Some Derasa Clams have even been found with no byssal opening at all. The opening is more slot-like in shape rather than the elliptical or circular opening found on other clams. The top edge of this clam is symmetrical and the clam can close up very tightly. Derasa’s are one of the hardiest Tridacna species. They require strong lighting and ideal water quality and should be placed under high direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna squamosa Squamosa Clam – Large $209.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Squamosa Clams ( Tridacna squamosa ) are sometimes known as “Fluted Clams” or “Scaly Clams” due to their very large, well-spaced “scutes” extended outward from the sides of the shell. They usually have a mottled brown, cream and gold colored mantle that can expand dramatically. Rare green or blue specimens can also occasionally be found. Mantle patterns can be striped, spotted, blotched and variations thereof. The shell of Crocea Clams is usually whitish but may have some yellow around the rim or scutes. Most Squamosa’s are fairly fan-shaped and the tip of the hinge is usually in the center of the length of the shell. The hinge length can be 1/2 as long as the entire shell. These clams usually have about five or six prominent folds. As mentioned, the scutes on the shell are usually very large and spaced on Squamosa Clams. Aquacultured Squamosa’s tend to have more closely-spaced scutes than those collected from the wild and the scutes towards the bottom of both aquacultured and wild clams can be broken or worn away. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam can vary in size and tends to decrease as the clam grows, probably because the clam tends to become bottom-heavy with age and doesn’t need to attach as strongly to its surface. Most Squamosa Clams are found on rocky crevices or rubble surfaces where they are attached. Some larger individuals have been found unattached on sandy bottoms in the wild but this is likely a result of the clam unattaching and “falling off” the reef face rather than the clam opting for this location. Squamosa Clams are fairly hardy, especially larger individuals. They require strong lighting and ideal water quality. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna squamosa Squamosa Clam – Medium $109.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Squamosa Clams ( Tridacna squamosa ) are sometimes known as “Fluted Clams” or “Scaly Clams” due to their very large, well-spaced “scutes” extended outward from the sides of the shell. They usually have a mottled brown, cream and gold colored mantle that can expand dramatically. Rare green or blue specimens can also occasionally be found. Mantle patterns can be striped, spotted, blotched and variations thereof. The shell of Crocea Clams is usually whitish but may have some yellow around the rim or scutes. Most Squamosa’s are fairly fan-shaped and the tip of the hinge is usually in the center of the length of the shell. The hinge length can be 1/2 as long as the entire shell. These clams usually have about five or six prominent folds. As mentioned, the scutes on the shell are usually very large and spaced on Squamosa Clams. Aquacultured Squamosa’s tend to have more closely-spaced scutes than those collected from the wild and the scutes towards the bottom of both aquacultured and wild clams can be broken or worn away. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam can vary in size and tends to decrease as the clam grows, probably because the clam tends to become bottom-heavy with age and doesn’t need to attach as strongly to its surface. Most Squamosa Clams are found on rocky crevices or rubble surfaces where they are attached. Some larger individuals have been found unattached on sandy bottoms in the wild but this is likely a result of the clam unattaching and “falling off” the reef face rather than the clam opting for this location. Squamosa Clams are fairly hardy, especially larger individuals. They require strong lighting and ideal water quality. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna squamosa Squamosa Clam – Small $89.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Squamosa Clams ( Tridacna squamosa ) are sometimes known as “Fluted Clams” or “Scaly Clams” due to their very large, well-spaced “scutes” extended outward from the sides of the shell. They usually have a mottled brown, cream and gold colored mantle that can expand dramatically. Rare green or blue specimens can also occasionally be found. Mantle patterns can be striped, spotted, blotched and variations thereof. The shell of Crocea Clams is usually whitish but may have some yellow around the rim or scutes. Most Squamosa’s are fairly fan-shaped and the tip of the hinge is usually in the center of the length of the shell. The hinge length can be 1/2 as long as the entire shell. These clams usually have about five or six prominent folds. As mentioned, the scutes on the shell are usually very large and spaced on Squamosa Clams. Aquacultured Squamosa’s tend to have more closely-spaced scutes than those collected from the wild and the scutes towards the bottom of both aquacultured and wild clams can be broken or worn away. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam can vary in size and tends to decrease as the clam grows, probably because the clam tends to become bottom-heavy with age and doesn’t need to attach as strongly to its surface. Most Squamosa Clams are found on rocky crevices or rubble surfaces where they are attached. Some larger individuals have been found unattached on sandy bottoms in the wild but this is likely a result of the clam unattaching and “falling off” the reef face rather than the clam opting for this location. Squamosa Clams are fairly hardy, especially larger individuals. They require strong lighting and ideal water quality. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna squamosa Squamosa Clam (ORA) $69.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Squamosa Clams ( Tridacna squamosa ) are sometimes known as “Fluted Clams” or “Scaly Clams” due to their very large, well-spaced “scutes” extended outward from the sides of the shell. They usually have a mottled brown, cream and gold colored mantle that can expand dramatically. Rare green or blue specimens can also occasionally be found. Mantle patterns can be striped, spotted, blotched and variations thereof. The shell of Crocea Clams is usually whitish but may have some yellow around the rim or scutes. Most Squamosa’s are fairly fan-shaped and the tip of the hinge is usually in the center of the length of the shell. The hinge length can be 1/2 as long as the entire shell. These clams usually have about five or six prominent folds. As mentioned, the scutes on the shell are usually very large and spaced on Squamosa Clams. Aquacultured Squamosa’s tend to have more closely-spaced scutes than those collected from the wild and the scutes towards the bottom of both aquacultured and wild clams can be broken or worn away. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam can vary in size and tends to decrease as the clam grows, probably because the clam tends to become bottom-heavy with age and doesn’t need to attach as strongly to its surface. Most Squamosa Clams are found on rocky crevices or rubble surfaces where they are attached. Some larger individuals have been found unattached on sandy bottoms in the wild but this is likely a result of the clam unattaching and “falling off” the reef face rather than the clam opting for this location. Squamosa Clams are fairly hardy, especially larger individuals. They require strong lighting and ideal water quality. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna crocea Ultra Grade Crocea Clam – XSmall $39.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ) range in color from blue to purple to green, often a combination of these colors, and sometimes having golden markings. They may also have a metallic or iridescent sheen to their mantles. The mantles scallop gracefully over the edge of their shells. They are normally found in very shallow waters high in the reef where they often live embedded in the reef itself and may even be exposed during low tide. This clam should be place on a hard, firm surface where they can use their byssal threads to anchor themselves. Crocea Clams will often dissolve the coral or rock around it to form a “burrow” in which they live, giving them the name “Boring Giant Clam” in some areas. The shell of Crocea Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. The hinge can be 1/3 to 1/2 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is usually slightly rounded. The folds in the shell are not very pronounced and tend to be more prominent towards the top. Crocea’s harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced “scutes” along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger scutes. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is larger on Crocea’s than most other Tridacna clams. This both allows the clam to attach itself very firmly and gives potential predators or parasites an opening into the clam. Croceas are also one of the more delicate of the Tridacna species, requiring strong lighting and ideal water quality. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna crocea Ultra Grade Crocea Clam – Large $89.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ) range in color from blue to purple to green, often a combination of these colors, and sometimes having golden markings. They may also have a metallic or iridescent sheen to their mantles. The mantles scallop gracefully over the edge of their shells. They are normally found in very shallow waters high in the reef where they often live embedded in the reef itself and may even be exposed during low tide. This clam should be place on a hard, firm surface where they can use their byssal threads to anchor themselves. Crocea Clams will often dissolve the coral or rock around it to form a “burrow” in which they live, giving them the name “Boring Giant Clam” in some areas. The shell of Crocea Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. The hinge can be 1/3 to 1/2 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is usually slightly rounded. The folds in the shell are not very pronounced and tend to be more prominent towards the top. Crocea’s harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced “scutes” along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger scutes. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is larger on Crocea’s than most other Tridacna clams. This both allows the clam to attach itself very firmly and gives potential predators or parasites an opening into the clam. Croceas are also one of the more delicate of the Tridacna species, requiring strong lighting and ideal water quality. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna crocea Ultra Grade Crocea Clam – Small $59.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ) range in color from blue to purple to green, often a combination of these colors, and sometimes having golden markings. They may also have a metallic or iridescent sheen to their mantles. The mantles scallop gracefully over the edge of their shells. They are normally found in very shallow waters high in the reef where they often live embedded in the reef itself and may even be exposed during low tide. This clam should be place on a hard, firm surface where they can use their byssal threads to anchor themselves. Crocea Clams will often dissolve the coral or rock around it to form a “burrow” in which they live, giving them the name “Boring Giant Clam” in some areas. The shell of Crocea Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. The hinge can be 1/3 to 1/2 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is usually slightly rounded. The folds in the shell are not very pronounced and tend to be more prominent towards the top. Crocea’s harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced “scutes” along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger scutes. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is larger on Crocea’s than most other Tridacna clams. This both allows the clam to attach itself very firmly and gives potential predators or parasites an opening into the clam. Croceas are also one of the more delicate of the Tridacna species, requiring strong lighting and ideal water quality. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna crocea Ultra Grade Crocea Clam – XLarge $119.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ) range in color from blue to purple to green, often a combination of these colors, and sometimes having golden markings. They may also have a metallic or iridescent sheen to their mantles. The mantles scallop gracefully over the edge of their shells. They are normally found in very shallow waters high in the reef where they often live embedded in the reef itself and may even be exposed during low tide. This clam should be place on a hard, firm surface where they can use their byssal threads to anchor themselves. Crocea Clams will often dissolve the coral or rock around it to form a “burrow” in which they live, giving them the name “Boring Giant Clam” in some areas. The shell of Crocea Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. The hinge can be 1/3 to 1/2 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is usually slightly rounded. The folds in the shell are not very pronounced and tend to be more prominent towards the top. Crocea’s harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced “scutes” along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger scutes. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is larger on Crocea’s than most other Tridacna clams. This both allows the clam to attach itself very firmly and gives potential predators or parasites an opening into the clam. Croceas are also one of the more delicate of the Tridacna species, requiring strong lighting and ideal water quality. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna crocea Ultra Grade Crocea Clam – Medium $79.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ) range in color from blue to purple to green, often a combination of these colors, and sometimes having golden markings. They may also have a metallic or iridescent sheen to their mantles. The mantles scallop gracefully over the edge of their shells. They are normally found in very shallow waters high in the reef where they often live embedded in the reef itself and may even be exposed during low tide. This clam should be place on a hard, firm surface where they can use their byssal threads to anchor themselves. Crocea Clams will often dissolve the coral or rock around it to form a “burrow” in which they live, giving them the name “Boring Giant Clam” in some areas. The shell of Crocea Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. The hinge can be 1/3 to 1/2 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is usually slightly rounded. The folds in the shell are not very pronounced and tend to be more prominent towards the top. Crocea’s harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced “scutes” along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger scutes. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is larger on Crocea’s than most other Tridacna clams. This both allows the clam to attach itself very firmly and gives potential predators or parasites an opening into the clam. Croceas are also one of the more delicate of the Tridacna species, requiring strong lighting and ideal water quality. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. |
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Tridacna maxima Ultra Maxima Clam – XLarge $269.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Maxima Clams ( Tridacna maxima ) are probably the most widespread species of Tridacna clams, ranging across the Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to east Indonesia. They are most prized for their brilliant colors and cultured specimens are becoming more available in recent years. Although they can grow much larger, Maxima Clams are very similar in appearance, color and shape to some Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ), especially in blue and purple individuals and in smaller sizes. The Maxima Clam can be found in a variety of colors from blues and purples to black, white, orange and greens. The mantle is often spotted, especially around the edges, but the patterns is as variable as the color and can also be striped, blotched or covered with a lace-like network. “Striped” and “Teardrop” varieties tend to be the most common in the aquarium trade. The shell of Maxima Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. Like Crocea Clams, Maxima Clams may create indentations in rockwork. Maxima’s are not usually completed burrowed however; the shell is usually about 1/2 to 1/3 exposed from their burrow. The hinge of the Maxima Clam is typically about 1/3 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is very elongated compared to its height. They have about six or seven prominent folds. Again like Crocea Clams, Maxima’s harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced “scutes” along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger thin scutes. Since Maxima’s usually only partially burrow into rocks, the lower part of the shell may be smooth while the upper part may still have its scutes. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is moderately large but can vary in size between individuals. The opening is usually symmetrical to allow the clam to close completely but can be slightly “off-center” so the two sides do not completely match. Maxima’s have moderate difficulty when compared to other Tridacna clams. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog |
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Tridacna maxima Gold Maxima Clam (ORA) $49.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Maxima Clams ( Tridacna maxima ) are probably the most widespread species of Tridacna clams, ranging across the Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to east Indonesia. They are most prized for their brilliant colors and cultured specimens are becoming more available in recent years. Although they can grow much larger, Maxima Clams are very similar in appearance, color and shape to some Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ), especially in blue and purple individuals and in smaller sizes. The Maxima Clam can be found in a variety of colors from blues and purples to black, white, orange and greens. The mantle is often spotted, especially around the edges, but the patterns is as variable as the color and can also be striped, blotched or covered with a lace-like network. “Striped” and “Teardrop” varieties tend to be the most common in the aquarium trade. The shell of Maxima Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. Like Crocea Clams, Maxima Clams may create indentations in rockwork. Maxima’s are not usually completed burrowed however; the shell is usually about 1/2 to 1/3 exposed from their burrow. The hinge of the Maxima Clam is typically about 1/3 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is very elongated compared to its height. They have about six or seven prominent folds. Again like Crocea Clams, Maxima’s harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced “scutes” along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger thin scutes. Since Maxima’s usually only partially burrow into rocks, the lower part of the shell may be smooth while the upper part may still have its scutes. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is moderately large but can vary in size between individuals. The opening is usually symmetrical to allow the clam to close completely but can be slightly “off-center” so the two sides do not completely match. Maxima’s have moderate difficulty when compared to other Tridacna clams. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog |
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Tridacna maxima Green Maxima Clam – Small $59.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Maxima Clams ( Tridacna maxima ) are probably the most widespread species of Tridacna clams, ranging across the Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to east Indonesia. They are most prized for their brilliant colors and cultured specimens are becoming more available in recent years. Although they can grow much larger, Maxima Clams are very similar in appearance, color and shape to some Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ), especially in blue and purple individuals and in smaller sizes. The Maxima Clam can be found in a variety of colors from blues and purples to black, white, orange and greens. The mantle is often spotted, especially around the edges, but the patterns is as variable as the color and can also be striped, blotched or covered with a lace-like network. “Striped” and “Teardrop” varieties tend to be the most common in the aquarium trade. The shell of Maxima Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. Like Crocea Clams, Maxima Clams may create indentations in rockwork. Maxima’s are not usually completed burrowed however; the shell is usually about 1/2 to 1/3 exposed from their burrow. The hinge of the Maxima Clam is typically about 1/3 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is very elongated compared to its height. They have about six or seven prominent folds. Again like Crocea Clams, Maxima’s harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced “scutes” along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger thin scutes. Since Maxima’s usually only partially burrow into rocks, the lower part of the shell may be smooth while the upper part may still have its scutes. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is moderately large but can vary in size between individuals. The opening is usually symmetrical to allow the clam to close completely but can be slightly “off-center” so the two sides do not completely match. Maxima’s have moderate difficulty when compared to other Tridacna clams. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog |
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Tridacna maxima Gold Maxima Clam – Small $39.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Maxima Clams ( Tridacna maxima ) are probably the most widespread species of Tridacna clams, ranging across the Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to east Indonesia. They are most prized for their brilliant colors and cultured specimens are becoming more available in recent years. Although they can grow much larger, Maxima Clams are very similar in appearance, color and shape to some Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ), especially in blue and purple individuals and in smaller sizes. The Maxima Clam can be found in a variety of colors from blues and purples to black, white, orange and greens. The mantle is often spotted, especially around the edges, but the patterns is as variable as the color and can also be striped, blotched or covered with a lace-like network. “Striped” and “Teardrop” varieties tend to be the most common in the aquarium trade. The shell of Maxima Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. Like Crocea Clams, Maxima Clams may create indentations in rockwork. Maxima’s are not usually completed burrowed however; the shell is usually about 1/2 to 1/3 exposed from their burrow. The hinge of the Maxima Clam is typically about 1/3 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is very elongated compared to its height. They have about six or seven prominent folds. Again like Crocea Clams, Maxima’s harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced “scutes” along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger thin scutes. Since Maxima’s usually only partially burrow into rocks, the lower part of the shell may be smooth while the upper part may still have its scutes. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is moderately large but can vary in size between individuals. The opening is usually symmetrical to allow the clam to close completely but can be slightly “off-center” so the two sides do not completely match. Maxima’s have moderate difficulty when compared to other Tridacna clams. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog |
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Tridacna maxima Blue Maxima Clam (ORA) $59.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Maxima Clams ( Tridacna maxima ) are probably the most widespread species of Tridacna clams, ranging across the Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to east Indonesia. They are most prized for their brilliant colors and cultured specimens are becoming more available in recent years. Although they can grow much larger, Maxima Clams are very similar in appearance, color and shape to some Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ), especially in blue and purple individuals and in smaller sizes. The Maxima Clam can be found in a variety of colors from blues and purples to black, white, orange and greens. The mantle is often spotted, especially around the edges, but the patterns is as variable as the color and can also be striped, blotched or covered with a lace-like network. “Striped” and “Teardrop” varieties tend to be the most common in the aquarium trade. The shell of Maxima Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. Like Crocea Clams, Maxima Clams may create indentations in rockwork. Maxima’s are not usually completed burrowed however; the shell is usually about 1/2 to 1/3 exposed from their burrow. The hinge of the Maxima Clam is typically about 1/3 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is very elongated compared to its height. They have about six or seven prominent folds. Again like Crocea Clams, Maxima’s harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced “scutes” along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger thin scutes. Since Maxima’s usually only partially burrow into rocks, the lower part of the shell may be smooth while the upper part may still have its scutes. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is moderately large but can vary in size between individuals. The opening is usually symmetrical to allow the clam to close completely but can be slightly “off-center” so the two sides do not completely match. Maxima’s have moderate difficulty when compared to other Tridacna clams. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog |
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Tridacna maxima Gold Teardrop Maxima Clam – Medium $89.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Maxima Clams ( Tridacna maxima ) are probably the most widespread species of Tridacna clams, ranging across the Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to east Indonesia. They are most prized for their brilliant colors and cultured specimens are becoming more available in recent years. Although they can grow much larger, Maxima Clams are very similar in appearance, color and shape to some Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ), especially in blue and purple individuals and in smaller sizes. The Maxima Clam can be found in a variety of colors from blues and purples to black, white, orange and greens. The mantle is often spotted, especially around the edges, but the patterns is as variable as the color and can also be striped, blotched or covered with a lace-like network. “Striped” and “Teardrop” varieties tend to be the most common in the aquarium trade. The shell of Maxima Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. Like Crocea Clams, Maxima Clams may create indentations in rockwork. Maxima’s are not usually completed burrowed however; the shell is usually about 1/2 to 1/3 exposed from their burrow. The hinge of the Maxima Clam is typically about 1/3 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is very elongated compared to its height. They have about six or seven prominent folds. Again like Crocea Clams, Maxima’s harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced “scutes” along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger thin scutes. Since Maxima’s usually only partially burrow into rocks, the lower part of the shell may be smooth while the upper part may still have its scutes. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is moderately large but can vary in size between individuals. The opening is usually symmetrical to allow the clam to close completely but can be slightly “off-center” so the two sides do not completely match. Maxima’s have moderate difficulty when compared to other Tridacna clams. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog |
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Tridacna derasa Derasa Clam (ORA) – Small $49.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Derasa Clams ( Tridacna derasa ) can grow quite large in the home aquarium. They are typically found with yellow to gold striped mantle colorations outlined in blue or purple. Mantle patterns and colors will vary between individual specimens. Unlike most other species of clams, the Derasa Clam has a mostly smooth shell without prominent scutes. They generally have six or seven vertical folds but can have up to twelve. The shell itself is whitish and fan-shaped when small, becoming slightly more elongated as the clam grows. These clams are usually fairly thin at the top when closed and only slightly inflated towards the bottom. Derasa’s are found on a variety of surfaces. They can grow within colonies of corals (especially Acropora corals) or on sandy flats, rubble piles or rock faces. They are usually found in fairly shallow waters but some have been found much deeper in areas with very clear water. The “byssal opening” where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is very small on Derasa Clams. Young clams are only lightly attached and this attachment is lost as the clam grows. Some Derasa Clams have even been found with no byssal opening at all. The opening is more slot-like in shape rather than the elliptical or circular opening found on other clams. The top edge of this clam is symmetrical and the clam can close up very tightly. Derasa’s are one of the hardiest Tridacna species. They require strong lighting and ideal water quality and should be placed under high direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam’s mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog by our staff marine biologists. The clam pictured above is representative only – the coloration of the clam you receive may vary. Please contact the Livestock department for information on availability of specific colorations. ORA clams are propogated by Oceans, Reefs & Aquariums, the largest marine ornamental fish hatchery in the world. They continuously develop new frags, inverts and fish and many are available in very limited quantities. We are proud to offer ORA’s clams as part of our collection. |
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Tridacn : Giant Clam, Tridacna Squamosa, Boring Clam, Maxima Clam, Tridacna Costata, Tridacna Rosewateri, Tevoro Clam $7.86 No Synopsis Available |
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CET Domain 2C070005 Natural Black and White Agate Tridacna Bracelet 10 mm $34.67 With those unique natural black and white agate stones’ this bracelet will bring good luck’ relieve stresse and strengthen your courage. Made of smooths agate stone’ it makes the best use of natural black and white colors. An elastic string is spread through the holes of the black stones. Many men and women are fans of the black and white jade bracelet because of its special shape and natural color. In China’ agate stone and jade bracelets have been cherished by many as an ancient symbol of many virtues. Tridacna beautiful and pure colors will add a nice decoration and wear off evil away from your body. Available in Black and White. This item takes between 721 days to ship/arrive because it ships out of Hong Kong or China. |
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CET Domain 2C070013 Natural Red and White Agate Tridacna Bracelet 8 mm $33.98 With those unique natural red and white agate stones’ this bracelet will bring good luck’ relieve stresse and strengthen your courage. Made of smooths agate stone’ it makes the best use of natural red and white colors. An elastic string is spread through the holes of the red and white stones. Many women are fans of the red and white jade bracelet because of its special shape and natural color. In China’ agate stone and jade bracelets have been cherished by many as an ancient symbol of many virtues. Tridacna beautiful and pure colors will add a nice decoration and wear off evil away from your body. Available in Red and White. This item takes between 721 days to ship/arrive because it ships out of Hong Kong or China. |