Do Maxima Clams Close at Night?

maxima occurs only in clear, shallow waters that receive extremely bright sunshine. While the clam might close up completely at night, it spreads its mantle widely during daylight hours to catch as much sun as possible.

Are maxima clams easy to keep?

Clams are a beautiful addition to any reef aquarium and they are pretty easy to keep once you have the right lighting, flow and water parameters.

How much light do maxima clams need?

The minimum recommended lighting requirement for a healthy Crocea is under a 150 watt metal halide of a reliable 14k bulb at a maximum depth of 20 inches, preferably less. To be on the safer side, a 10k bulb is recommended, and is closer to the "true" color of natural sunlight.