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Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 12/01/2004, 07:54 PM
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Posted By ADS
Clams will have difficulty assimilating that size...

Clams will have difficulty assimilating that size particle of food. The gills will clog and the particles will not be utilized. Clams use phytoplankton in the <10 micron range.
Oyster eggs would be...
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 11/01/2004, 08:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 731
Posted By ADS
Croceas can handle current. They may have some...

Croceas can handle current. They may have some predation in your tank. Croceas can also handle alot of light. Try moving them higher. Also check for stray voltage in your system-clams don't like it...
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/16/2004, 03:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 734
Posted By ADS
It will be fine-keep alot of greenstuff(Romaine...

It will be fine-keep alot of greenstuff(Romaine or Nori)
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/16/2004, 03:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 456
Posted By ADS
Montipora dig and some cap grow quickly. Adam

Montipora dig and some cap grow quickly.
Adam
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 08/15/2004, 05:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 535
Posted By ADS
Tiger striped clams are derasa that have...

Tiger striped clams are derasa that have orange-colored mantle and blue-rim. ORA has them. Find a retailer near you.
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/15/2004, 05:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 292
Posted By ADS
Do a water change and see if it differs. You...

Do a water change and see if it differs. You should be able to run the ozone @25 with your tank.
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/15/2004, 05:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 221
Posted By ADS
Agree-cabbage and sinularia sp. leather

Agree-cabbage and sinularia sp. leather
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/12/2004, 09:47 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 9,453
Posted By ADS
Aquarium or marine biology research facility...

Aquarium or marine biology research facility would probably take it.
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/12/2004, 09:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 304
Posted By ADS
I agree-ebay/aquasafe. I got a 6 stage...

I agree-ebay/aquasafe. I got a 6 stage RO/DI(75gpd) shipped with case(20) filters ~$130.
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/12/2004, 09:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 722
Posted By ADS
I have the PM bullet 3 and it works well- ...

I have the PM bullet 3 and it works well-
Andy(MRC) does make excellent quality stuff. The upgradable factor is key! I didn't know about him when I got my PM. I plan on using his commercial grade...
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 08/08/2004, 11:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 322
Posted By ADS
Give it some time to acclimate to the change in...

Give it some time to acclimate to the change in intensity w/ the moonlights. I suspect it will retract it's mantle to the edge as most do during night.
I don't think this will have an ill effect. ...
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 08/05/2004, 07:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 777
Posted By ADS
Good to hear CharlieD- Too bad you're not...

Good to hear CharlieD-
Too bad you're not closer-sounds like a nice challenge!
Look for signs of decay of the tissue(mucoid film or discoloration) if this occurs it may be worth expediting the...
Forum: Vendor Experiences 08/03/2004, 05:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 234
Posted By ADS
MyReefCreations(MRC)

I just received my custom dual chamber CA reactor from Andy @ MRC. (I'm upgrading my holding systems)
Highest quality workmanship! Easy to deal with! Prompt responses! Very fair pricing! And the...
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/01/2004, 12:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 251
Posted By ADS
Sounds like a GREAT setup- Adam

Sounds like a GREAT setup-
Adam
Forum: Reef Discussion 08/01/2004, 07:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 251
Posted By ADS
I don't have experience with the rack you've...

I don't have experience with the rack you've described.
Have you considered light 'rail' systems? You might be able to use 2 tandem double light rails with pendants. Each rail can cover up to 9FT....
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 07/29/2004, 01:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 777
Posted By ADS
There is a technique to perform surgery or biopsy...

There is a technique to perform surgery or biopsy on clams. Depending on the size of the clam take a 1"+ piece of stock(untreated) wood and position it over the shell, startle the clam and place the...
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 07/28/2004, 07:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 297
Posted By ADS
I couldn't tell from the photo but could it be a...

I couldn't tell from the photo but could it be a shrimp?
There are translucent, commensal shrimp that can be found in wild clams. They are harmless.
Anything other than acroporid clams around clams...
Forum: Reef Discussion 07/27/2004, 04:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 185
Posted By ADS
Light and water quality are usually the reasons....

Light and water quality are usually the reasons. Different leathers have different light requirements. I have found that increasing flow around them also improves polyp extension.
Can you provide...
Forum: Reef Discussion 07/25/2004, 05:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 370
Posted By ADS
Orchids are peaceful-pretty fish!

Orchids are peaceful-pretty fish!
Forum: Reef Discussion 07/25/2004, 02:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 138
Posted By ADS
ARM Caribsea-8lb bottle should fill it. Adam

ARM Caribsea-8lb bottle should fill it.
Adam
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 07/23/2004, 06:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 246
Posted By ADS
Actually the sperm is recovered and diluted...

Actually the sperm is recovered and diluted usually about 1cc per 5 gal bucket to reduce chance of polyspermia.
Adam
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 07/22/2004, 07:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 246
Posted By ADS
Actually serotonin injections are more consistent...

Actually serotonin injections are more consistent with inducing spawning-usually in minutes. This works well with species have large byssuss.
Adam
Forum: Reef Discussion 07/18/2004, 05:06 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 5,033
Posted By ADS
That's spectacular!

That's spectacular!
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 07/17/2004, 05:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 228
Posted By ADS
Best option for clam feeding is Live...

Best option for clam feeding is Live phytoplankton, followed by freeze dried (ESV)2nd- IMO.
Live varieties are everywhere such as commercial products(DT's, liquidbiolife) noncommercial(homegrown)...
Forum: Tridacnid Clams and other Mollusks 07/17/2004, 11:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 228
Posted By ADS
Smaller clams require feeding IMO. Live...

Smaller clams require feeding IMO. Live phytoplankton is preferred. Some dry(ESV) will work if blended.
Target feeding is easy. Large particles are not consumed by clams. So 'target' foods or other...
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