
Green Pink Dot Torch
Showcase a living jewel in your reef aquarium with our aquacultured WYSIWYG Tridacna maxima clam. This specific specimen features a stunning display of vibrant green mantles with electric blue accents and distinctive purple-tipped siphonal tentacles. The "What You See Is What You Get" (WYSIWYG) designation ensures that you'll receive the exact clam pictured.
Our Tridacna maxima clams are 100% aquacultured in specialized marine facilities, making them a sustainable and environmentally responsible choice for your reef tank. These captive-bred specimens typically show better adaptability to aquarium conditions and are free from wild-collected parasites and diseases.
Key Features:
- 100% Aquacultured: Sustainably bred in controlled environments
- Exact Specimen: The exact clam pictured will be shipped to you
- Vibrant Coloration: Striking green mantle with blue patterns and purple-tipped tentacles
- Sustainable Choice: Environmentally responsible alternative to wild-harvested specimens
- Impressive Centerpiece: Creates a stunning focal point in any reef aquarium
Care requirements:
- Lighting: High intensity
- Flow: Moderate, indirect flow
- Difficulty: Moderate to advanced
- Placement: Stable position on rock or sandbed with good light exposure
- Water quality: Stable, pristine parameters required
Recommended Parameters:
- Temperature: 75-82°F (24-28°C)
- Alkalinity: 8-11 dKH
- Calcium: 400-450 ppm
- Magnesium: 1300-1450 ppm
- Nitrates: Low (less than 10 ppm)
- Phosphates: Low (less than 0.05 ppm)
Special Notes: Tridacna maxima clams are photosynthetic but also benefit from supplemental feeding with phytoplankton. They require stable water parameters and strong lighting to thrive. Proper acclimation is essential - introduce the clam slowly to your system's light intensity to prevent shock.
Each aquacultured specimen is carefully selected and acclimated in our systems before shipping to ensure you receive a healthy, thriving clam. With proper care, this magnificent specimen can grow and grace your aquarium for many years.