Long Tentacle Anemone
Long Tentacle Anemone
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Care Level: Moderate
Color: Purple, Tan and Black
Diet: Carnivore
dKH: 8 - 12
Family: Actiniidae
Lighting: Moderate
Maximum Size: 20"
Minimum Tank Size: 30 Gallons
pH: 8.1 - 8.4
Placement: Bottom and Middle
Reef Compatible: With Caution
Specific Gravity: 1.023-1.025
Supplements: Iodine and Trace Elements
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Temperature: 72 - 78° F
Venomous: No
Waterflow: Medium
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Overview
The Long Tentacle Anemone is also referred to as the Corkscrew Anemone, Sand Anemone, Red Base Anemone, and Long Tentacle Red Base Anemone. It has a similar appearance to Heteractis crispa, which has more tentacles and a tougher column. Its oral disc is usually visible and can grow up to 20" in diameter. Its tentacles are spaced further apart than other similar anemones. It is found in various forms and color patterns, but its base is usually orange to red. It is a host to clownfish, usually Amphiprion perideraion and A. clarki.
The Long Tentacle Anemone requires an aquarium with 4 inches of sand or rubble substrate in which it can hide.
The diet should include small pieces of fish or mussel, crustaceans, and frozen foods.
Approximate Purchase Size When Fully Expanded: Small: 1" to 2"; Medium: 2" to 3"; Large: 3" to 5"; X-Large: 5" or larger