Chindo Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Hey guys ok I didn't just find this but got it for 30 bucks they said it was a sand anomone. What is it? [ATTACH]11164[/ATTACH] Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgf86123 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 It's a nem, I'm not good on nem id's though, but it's definitely a 'nem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMiller Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Looks like a Sebae Anemone to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindo Posted April 13, 2011 Author Share Posted April 13, 2011 Ya I haven't found any pictures of anything like it. I've been feeding it some frozen shrimp but would like to know what it is and how to take care of it. Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgf86123 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Give us a rundown on your tank and it's parameters, including how long it's been up and running. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reefnjunkie Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I agree on the sebae nem, you can see the purple in its tips- Search on how to care for a nem-basiclly all the same- Google sand nem-I dont see a single picture that resembles that- gotta love the skill/knowledge and some stores-LMAO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saltfinsax Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 It sure looks close to that power head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMiller Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 I agree on the sebae nem, you can see the purple in its tips- Search on how to care for a nem-basiclly all the same- Google sand nem-I dont see a single picture that resembles that- gotta love the skill/knowledge and some stores-LMAO Speaking of; would you like to tell us what store this was, so we can school them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgf86123 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 It sure looks close to that power head. This is something you really really want to avoid Chindo, get it as far away from the powerhead as you can, and then, try and figure out a way to mask the powerhead so the nem can't get into it. If that happens, it can really have some major consequences on your tank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 This is something you really really want to avoid Chindo' date=' get it as far away from the powerhead as you can, and then, try and figure out a way to mask the powerhead so the nem can't get into it. If that happens, it can really have some major consequences on your tank.[/quote'] +1 Have had two BTA end up in power heads. lucky both made it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fpd4308 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 That's one reason I don't do anemones anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindo Posted April 13, 2011 Author Share Posted April 13, 2011 Ya im moving the powerhead further back. The store wad the petstore at the vancover mall. I wasnt planning on getting anything but with my little ones saying. Nemos home dad I kinda got suckered in. My tank is still new so guess im gonna look for a MH setup you guys think a 125 mh is enought for the 30 gal? Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reefnjunkie Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 Ya im moving the powerhead further back. The store wad the petstore at the vancover mall. I wasnt planning on getting anything but with my little ones saying. Nemos home dad I kinda got suckered in. My tank is still new so guess im gonna look for a MH setup you guys think a 125 mh is enought for the 30 gal? Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Should be plenty, if you search you can find what clowns are more typical to host a sebae-I have had clowns take months before they host. Good luck with the nem they can be difficult in newer tanks-plenty of threads out there that say dont add one until the tank is "x" months old- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgf86123 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 They don't make a 125w MH man, for a 30, you'll need a 150w at least....How new is new? No matter what the success some people have had, any tank under 6 months old really shouldn't have a nem in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindo Posted April 13, 2011 Author Share Posted April 13, 2011 (laugh)6 months.... i know you guys are gonna want to kill me but Ive had it just over a month DOH! Im really thinking of getting rid of it but the girls really like it, not for long if it doesn't last so i have some choices to make in the next few days i guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reefnjunkie Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 He said, I just thought it-LOL FWIW-like many, I tried to prove everyone wrong and I added one in my 2nd month because I am anal about water params and keeping things stable -short story...... it died, there is more to water than what we test my bad read 125mh as 150-LOL is that the same store, they said 125MH-just kiddin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgf86123 Posted April 13, 2011 Share Posted April 13, 2011 It doesn't have to be permanent, talk to some of the people on here, I'm sure someone wouldn't mind holding it for you while your tank stabilizes and you get the lighting situation worked out. Never go back to that store though, PETCO's should be called DeathCO's to be honest LOL With where you're located, I suggest you hit up Tim at Westside, he's a great guy and very knowlegable, and will take very good care of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaunMonahan Posted April 14, 2011 Share Posted April 14, 2011 they said it was a sand anomone. What is it? [ATTACH]11164[/ATTACH] Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Heteractis malu. These can have variable tentacle length and coloration. Yours has proper coloration and looks nice and healthy. Sometimes these are dyed yellow, pink or blue which will usually kill the anemone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindo Posted April 15, 2011 Author Share Posted April 15, 2011 Well went out today and got a little bit better lighting. Got some t5 10000 bulb and actinic bulb. Seems to move alot more now. In process of getting a 150 MH setup this weekend. I have a question the bulbs on the anemone sometimes get very thin and dark. Is this normal? Here's a few pictures with new light setup [ATTACH]11174[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]11175[/ATTACH] You guys think I have a fighting chance in keeping it alive? How often should I feed the beast? Is there any additives I can put in the water to help it stay healthy. Thanks Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgf86123 Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Honestly dude, I don't know what the chances are, but I wouldn't put them very high, maybe 25%, if that. An the bad thing is, if a nem dies in your tank, it can nuke the entire tank, killing everything else....No additives will help to be honest, it just needs a healthy, stable tank, and generally, that's only going to happen with a tank that's been set-up for at least 6 months. Seriously man, talk to Tim at Westside, his screenname on here is bill, he's one of the sponsors, and see if he'll hold the nem for you til your tank is more stable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShaunMonahan Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 I would make sure you have good water flow in the tank as to move the anemone's tentacles. The 150w MH is an excellent light source for this anemone, and it looks to be healthy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindo Posted April 15, 2011 Author Share Posted April 15, 2011 Well went out today and got a little bit better lighting. Got some t5 10000 bulb and actinic bulb. Seems to move alot more now. In process of getting a 150 MH setup this weekend. I have a question the bulbs on the anemone sometimes get very thin and dark. Is this normal? Here's a few pictures with new light setup [ATTACH]11174[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]11175[/ATTACH] You guys think I have a fighting chance in keeping it alive? How often should I feed the beast? Is there any additives I can put in the water to help it stay healthy. Thanks Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindo Posted April 15, 2011 Author Share Posted April 15, 2011 I think im going to give it a few weeks and see how it does. If not see if I can trade her for something that's right in my tank Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew Posted April 15, 2011 Share Posted April 15, 2011 Anemones are cool. Have had them since my very first tank. I like having the extra movement in my tank and without them i dont think i would enjoy it nearly as much. Always really cool to watch the clowns play around in my RBTA. I personally don't feed mine and its growing HUGE in my tank. I had it under a 4 bulb T5 HO 39W for around a year and MH for the past couple of months. It hasn't moved its rock since it planted itself there probably a year ago now (even after a tank swap and house move!). The only thing i hate about it is it decided to plant itself on top of a 10-15lb rock that was covered on nice bright green zoas AND i can not have anything near it since it can sting other corals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindo Posted April 16, 2011 Author Share Posted April 16, 2011 Little update I know its only been a week tomorrow since I've had the anemone but I think its going to do good from what I've read. In its first week it has set its foot down in the first few days which I've heard its a good sign and my clown fish have what it looks like hosting it, well only the bigger one so far. I checked my ammonia level last night and it was under .02 for sure I have the color matching instant ocean kit. Im still going to take a water sample in and get it tested to make sure im doing right....noobie..lol Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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