Clam behavior

Ellie_A · #1 10-16-2009, 11:59 PM

Is it wedged between the rocks? Almost looks like it can't open its shell wide enough to get the light it wants so it putting its mantle further out.

chris121277 · #2 10-17-2009, 12:01 AM

no....it's actually on a sort of flat rock, and it has attached it's self there so I can't even move it.

chris121277 · #3 10-17-2009, 12:02 AM

maybe to much current were it is?

sphelps · #4 10-17-2009, 12:33 AM

an over extended mantle is a common sign that the clam isn't getting enough light so you could move it a little higher if you'd like, however I've kept claims in at 15" down with 4 T5 bulbs for light with no problems. Also some of my clams have always usually showed fully extended mantles and are doing fine.

chris121277 · #5 10-17-2009, 02:52 PM

Good to hear....that at least puts my mind at ease. I'm planning on re-doing some of the rock work today and I'm going to put him a little lower in the tank.

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Originally Posted by sphelps

an over extended mantle is a common sign that the clam isn't getting enough light so you could move it a little higher if you'd like, however I've kept claims in at 15" down with 4 T5 bulbs for light with no problems. Also some of my clams have always usually showed fully extended mantles and are doing fine.