Aquarium species profile

Crocea Clam

Tridacna crocea · Marine aquarium species

Minimum tank10 gal

Adult sizeup to 3"

Care levelEasy

TemperamentPeaceful

Temperature74-80°F

pH range8.0-8.4

Diet

Algae, detritus, meaty foods, or target feeding by species

Compatible tank mates

Reef-safe fish and invertebrates

Tank mates to avoid

Triggers, puffers, hawkfish, wrasses that prey on invertebrates, copper medications

Care notes

Acclimate slowly and avoid copper-based medications.

Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.

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