do i have enough light to keep clams

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  1. joshreef

    joshreef Plankton

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    I have been reefing for about a year or so. doing well but have been wanting to get a clam. I have 4 65 w compact flourescent lights. Will that be enough and what type of clam would be best. thanks for yoru help.

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    joshreef, Oct 18, 2009
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  2. Jacwil

    Jacwil Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Unfortunately those lights wont cut it IMO...you need T5HO's minimum. Hopefully others will chime in to verify.
     
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  3. yamaharider73

    yamaharider73 Kole Tang

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    Everyone Ive talked to about clams suggest T5 or MH. Ive seen the small clams with T5 lighting but not any big ones. I wouldn't try it
     
    yamaharider73, Oct 18, 2009
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  4. GuitarMan89

    GuitarMan89 Giant Squid

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    I know people who keep clams under PC lighting, but it's not ideal. What size tank do you have?
     
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  5. the fisherman

    the fisherman Vlamingii Tang

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    You could keep a T. Derasa with that lighting, but as for a maxima or crocea you will more lighting.
     
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  6. oceanparadise1

    oceanparadise1 Fire Squid

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    IM thinking you have a 75 or 55 correct? 4 65 watters would be for a 4 foot tank
     
    oceanparadise1, Oct 18, 2009
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