Coral Profile

Derasa Clam

Tridacna derasa

Also known as: Tridacna Derasa, Smooth Giant Clam

Clamintermediate

Type

Clam

Difficulty

intermediate

Light

medium

Flow

medium

Notes

Largest commonly-kept Tridacna species — adult specimens reach 18+ inches. Hardiest of the trade clams, tolerating moderate light better than Maxima or Squamosa. Earthy green, gold, or blue mantle morphs (less iridescent than Maxima). Place on the sand bed, not on rock.

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