Clam Feeding

lexluethar

lexluethar

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So last week I purchased a Maxima Clam from SWF.com and everything has been great. I bought some phytoplankton from my LFS (processed not live, so there is more in it then just phyto.) and I was curious about feedings. I think my acro and clam are the only things that will benefit from this stuff, but do i target feed? Last night i turned off my filter (still 3 PH going though) and put the recommended amount into my 30 gallon (1.5 tsp). I can't see jack in the tank, the stuff is just a milky green color - how in the world do i tell if my clam is getting any?
I'm not target feeding, and after about 10 minutes i turned my filter back on. I've read you shouldn't target feed the clam because it can clog their gills (right?).
Thanks.
 
nacl freak

nacl freak

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Correct on target feeding. According to my searches, if you have the proper lighting and livestock they don't need feeding.
 
the egregious

the egregious

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Yes, like Lex said, if it's going to being under 1.5 you need to target feed because it's "Photosynthesis" ability is a little under developed at that age. Once they get older and their mantel is more developed, then all it will need is very good lighting. Mine is around 8 inches, all it needs is some good ol' fashion metal halide soak'n
Korbin
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the egregious

the egregious

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When I fed my juvenile Crocea, I spot fed with a turkey baster right on the mantle itself, but I am pretty sure you could do either or. I just think you will get a better feed from spot feeing with a turkey baster.
Korbin
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