Little Neck Clams
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aquaknight
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Originally Posted by trouble93
http:///forum/post/3239366
Has anybody ever used Little Neck Clams in a sump or fuge?
Yea, I have a couple in the fuge, and in the tank. They bury themselves in sand, I wouldn't keep any in a barebottom (sump). The thing is if it's a small tank, you will have to watch them. They are a cold water species, and out of maybe a 100 I've kept, only 10 or so lived for more then a week. If the tank is over 50gals, the tank will tank of them itself (bristleworms, pods).
http:///forum/post/3239366
Has anybody ever used Little Neck Clams in a sump or fuge?
Yea, I have a couple in the fuge, and in the tank. They bury themselves in sand, I wouldn't keep any in a barebottom (sump). The thing is if it's a small tank, you will have to watch them. They are a cold water species, and out of maybe a 100 I've kept, only 10 or so lived for more then a week. If the tank is over 50gals, the tank will tank of them itself (bristleworms, pods).
trouble93
Member
Originally Posted by AquaKnight
http:///forum/post/3239394
Yea, I have a couple in the fuge, and in the tank. They bury themselves in sand, I wouldn't keep any in a barebottom (sump). The thing is if it's a small tank, you will have to watch them. They are a cold water species, and out of maybe a 100 I've kept, only 10 or so lived for more then a week. If the tank is over 50gals, the tank will tank of them itself (bristleworms, pods).
I'm not understanding your last sentence? I have 4 of them in a 30gal fuge with a sand bottom the whole system is about 110gals. do they need light? or are they alright under some macro algae?
http:///forum/post/3239394
Yea, I have a couple in the fuge, and in the tank. They bury themselves in sand, I wouldn't keep any in a barebottom (sump). The thing is if it's a small tank, you will have to watch them. They are a cold water species, and out of maybe a 100 I've kept, only 10 or so lived for more then a week. If the tank is over 50gals, the tank will tank of them itself (bristleworms, pods).
I'm not understanding your last sentence? I have 4 of them in a 30gal fuge with a sand bottom the whole system is about 110gals. do they need light? or are they alright under some macro algae?
aquaknight
Active Member
Originally Posted by trouble93
http:///forum/post/3239398
I'm not understanding your last sentence? I have 4 of them in a 30gal fuge with a sand bottom the whole system is about 110gals. do they need light? or are they alright under some macro algae?
My bad, getting late. The tank will take care of them itself.
If the tank is over 50gals (whole system), the death of the clam isn't going to affect your water parameters. In a nano, I'd be concern. With your 110gal, you're fine. The pods/worms will have a dead clam, should one die, cleaned up before you notice.
They strictly filter feed, they don't need light, and actually reduce nitrates a touch.
http:///forum/post/3239398
I'm not understanding your last sentence? I have 4 of them in a 30gal fuge with a sand bottom the whole system is about 110gals. do they need light? or are they alright under some macro algae?
My bad, getting late. The tank will take care of them itself.
If the tank is over 50gals (whole system), the death of the clam isn't going to affect your water parameters. In a nano, I'd be concern. With your 110gal, you're fine. The pods/worms will have a dead clam, should one die, cleaned up before you notice.
They strictly filter feed, they don't need light, and actually reduce nitrates a touch.
trouble93
Member
Originally Posted by AquaKnight
http:///forum/post/3239399
My bad, getting late. The tank will take care of them itself.
If the tank is over 50gals (whole system), the death of the clam isn't going to affect your water parameters. In a nano, I'd be concern. With your 110gal, you're fine. The pods/worms will have a dead clam, should one die, cleaned up before you notice.
They strictly filter feed, they don't need light, and actually reduce nitrates a touch.
Thanks.
http:///forum/post/3239399
My bad, getting late. The tank will take care of them itself.
If the tank is over 50gals (whole system), the death of the clam isn't going to affect your water parameters. In a nano, I'd be concern. With your 110gal, you're fine. The pods/worms will have a dead clam, should one die, cleaned up before you notice.
They strictly filter feed, they don't need light, and actually reduce nitrates a touch.
Thanks.
S
saxman
Guest
if you're looking for a way to reduce your waste levels, i'm not so sure adding a couple of critters that will likely die (AK had a 90% dieoff rate) and add to the waste is such a great idea. 4 small clams in a system that size won't make a dent in your nitrate levels. personally, i'd save the clams for drawn butter and garlic.
JM .02...
JM .02...
bang guy
Moderator
Originally Posted by AquaKnight
http:///forum/post/3239394
They are a cold water species
Mercenaria campechiensis is a warm water Venus Clam.
http:///forum/post/3239394
They are a cold water species
Mercenaria campechiensis is a warm water Venus Clam.
florida joe
Well-Known Member
i have actually done a little experiment.I measured two little neck clams and then placed them in my DT. Almost a year later i was doing some extensive remodeling digging up my CC i found the empty shells BUT there was definitely growth. I don't know the growth rate of the clams but i have to assume they survived for sometime.
FYI I did not see the clams from the time they burred themselves until i uncovered the shells
Venus Clam.
my favorite
FYI I did not see the clams from the time they burred themselves until i uncovered the shells
Venus Clam.
my favorite