I just picked up a Tear Drop Maxima from a LFS down here.
I know the problems people have been having with these particular maximas and I want to start an online log right here on this thread, in which I will update the health of this maxima weekly for the next 3 months or so.
The clam appeared to be in exceptional shape, extended mantle, highly re-active to movement above it and best of all, rock is attached at the base of the clam. The rock in which the clam was attached on was chipped away around it.
Also, this clam originated from Bali, not many clams or corals are collected from that region.
Anyway, Here are some pictures I just took during acclimation...
First pic, Check out the rock the clam is tightly attached too. The threads are all strongly secured and grasping onto the rock, no damage whatsoever:
Second pic, Here he is in the acclimation bowl, slightly opening up:
I've always wanted to try these guys, but have been reluctant, I figure this is my best chance at one. I got a good price on it too so I figured what the heck. Only time will tell.....
1) Very healthy
2) Collected from Bali
3) Completely secured and attached to rock
Now if this clam dies, forget it, no more Tear drops ever again.
Let the games begin!
I know the problems people have been having with these particular maximas and I want to start an online log right here on this thread, in which I will update the health of this maxima weekly for the next 3 months or so.
The clam appeared to be in exceptional shape, extended mantle, highly re-active to movement above it and best of all, rock is attached at the base of the clam. The rock in which the clam was attached on was chipped away around it.
Also, this clam originated from Bali, not many clams or corals are collected from that region.
Anyway, Here are some pictures I just took during acclimation...
First pic, Check out the rock the clam is tightly attached too. The threads are all strongly secured and grasping onto the rock, no damage whatsoever:
Second pic, Here he is in the acclimation bowl, slightly opening up:
I've always wanted to try these guys, but have been reluctant, I figure this is my best chance at one. I got a good price on it too so I figured what the heck. Only time will tell.....
1) Very healthy
2) Collected from Bali
3) Completely secured and attached to rock
Now if this clam dies, forget it, no more Tear drops ever again.
Let the games begin!