First RBTA

[gavinz]

Got this man yesterday and placed him at the bottom of the rock on the right in the first pic and within a day he’s moved to the top of my tank lol. Hopefully he finds a place soon and I can get some hosting going on!

 

[Jekyl]

Looks good. As long as you did your homework on keeping anemone will be a nice addition.

 

[Uncle99]

Moving upwards towards the light can indicate lighting is too weak.

 

[gavinz]

Moving upwards towards the light can indicate lighting is too weak.

That’s what I was thinking but I was told previously on here that my lighting may be too high? I have a hydra 32HD

 

[Pistondog]

Once they find a spot, mine stayed put, unless something changed like flow.

 

[Jekyl]

That’s what I was thinking but I was told previously on here that my lighting may be too high? I have a hydra 32HD

That light is fine. Parameters and tank age will be the only thing that can end this poorly.

 

[gavinz]

Looks good. As long as you did your homework on keeping anemone will be a nice addition.

I hope so! I found some forums but some said some contradicting stuff so trying to find the best one

 

[gavinz]

That light is fine. Parameters and tank age will be the only thing that can end this poorly.

Everything beside my green bubble and 1 Goni (IMO gonis are hit or miss because I have 3 and the other 2 are fine) everything else in my tank is growing nicely! Still trying to get my torch to extend tho I’ve only had him for about a week now

 

[Uncle99]

That’s what I was thinking but I was told previously on here that my lighting may be too high? I have a hydra 32HD

Almost impossible to over light a nem. He’ll just re-adjust.

 

[gavinz]

Almost impossible to over light a nem. He’ll just re-adjust.

Oh no, me being told my light was too high was prior to the nem so I turned it down a bit sometime last week!

 

[vetteguy53081]

Actually, you can over light a nem as mentioned by another poster. Moving is not abnormal but is often caused by imbalances with water flow, light or both. if this is a new or newer tank, will be downfall number one.
These anemones are sensitive to water changes and require pristine conditions to stay in good shape. Failing to meet their needs can result in early death and damage to the tank environment as a whole. Yes, getting caught in a power head is a concern but rarely occurs.
The most important thing you’ll need to take care of before you bring your anemone home is perfecting the tank and water conditions. You should never place a Bubble Tip Anemone into a tank you just set up.
Take some time to get parameters just right and let the closed environment cycle for a few months. This ensures that conditions are stable and safe. Bubble Tip Anemones prefer warmer temperatures. Water should be on the alkali side as well. Monitor water conditions regularly to avoid any major changes. Ammonia and nitrate levels should be undetectable at all times using a good quakity test kit and Not API either.
Here are some water parameters to follow.

• Water temperature: Between 77°F and 80°F (stay close to the middle of this range)
• pH level: 8.1 to 8.4
• Water hardness: 8 to 11 dKH
• Specific gravity: 1.024 to 1.025
• Nitrate < .5

When you first introduce the anemone to the tank, turn down any pumps. The flow should be minimal until the anemone gets settled in. Chances are, your new Bubble Tip Anemone will move around the tank until it finds a suitable spot to call home.
If it starts to move towards any coral, simply direct your water jets to the coral. This will discourage the anemone from anchoring near it. It will move to another area to attach. Bubble Tip Anemone lighting is a very important aspect of their care. These creatures need a lot of light to thrive because they’re photosynthetic which means that they absorb light to produce food and growth. The anemone has zooxanthellae in its body, which are symbiotic microorganisms that they feed on. Without proper lighting, the anemone will expel the zooxanthellae and turn white. This process is called bleaching and often leads to death.
A moderate amount of flow is recommended. Many aquarists soon find out that too much flow will cause the anemone to stretch out and look stringy. Keeping things moderate will help avoid this from happening. Avoid directing your flow directly at the anemone. These creatures enjoy subtle movement at all times but too much direct flow hitting the anemone will force it to move.

 

[gavinz]

Actually, you can over light a nem as mentioned by another poster. Moving is not abnormal but is often caused by imbalances with water flow, light or both. if this is a new or newer tank, will be downfall number one.
These anemones are sensitive to water changes and require pristine conditions to stay in good shape. Failing to meet their needs can result in early death and damage to the tank environment as a whole. Yes, getting caught in a power head is a concern but rarely occurs.
The most important thing you’ll need to take care of before you bring your anemone home is perfecting the tank and water conditions. You should never place a Bubble Tip Anemone into a tank you just set up.
Take some time to get parameters just right and let the closed environment cycle for a few months. This ensures that conditions are stable and safe. Bubble Tip Anemones prefer warmer temperatures. Water should be on the alkali side as well. Monitor water conditions regularly to avoid any major changes. Ammonia and nitrate levels should be undetectable at all times using a good quakity test kit and Not API either.
Here are some water parameters to follow.

• Water temperature: Between 77°F and 80°F (stay close to the middle of this range)
• pH level: 8.1 to 8.4
• Water hardness: 8 to 11 dKH
• Specific gravity: 1.024 to 1.025
• Nitrate < .5

When you first introduce the anemone to the tank, turn down any pumps. The flow should be minimal until the anemone gets settled in. Chances are, your new Bubble Tip Anemone will move around the tank until it finds a suitable spot to call home.
If it starts to move towards any coral, simply direct your water jets to the coral. This will discourage the anemone from anchoring near it. It will move to another area to attach. Bubble Tip Anemone lighting is a very important aspect of their care. These creatures need a lot of light to thrive because they’re photosynthetic which means that they absorb light to produce food and growth. The anemone has zooxanthellae in its body, which are symbiotic microorganisms that they feed on. Without proper lighting, the anemone will expel the zooxanthellae and turn white. This process is called bleaching and often leads to death.
A moderate amount of flow is recommended. Many aquarists soon find out that too much flow will cause the anemone to stretch out and look stringy. Keeping things moderate will help avoid this from happening. Avoid directing your flow directly at the anemone. These creatures enjoy subtle movement at all times but too much direct flow hitting the anemone will force it to move.

Thanks for all of the advice I’ll definitely take it to heart and will keep posted and how it’s doing!

 

[gavinz]

Actually, you can over light a nem as mentioned by another poster. Moving is not abnormal but is often caused by imbalances with water flow, light or both. if this is a new or newer tank, will be downfall number one.
These anemones are sensitive to water changes and require pristine conditions to stay in good shape. Failing to meet their needs can result in early death and damage to the tank environment as a whole. Yes, getting caught in a power head is a concern but rarely occurs.
The most important thing you’ll need to take care of before you bring your anemone home is perfecting the tank and water conditions. You should never place a Bubble Tip Anemone into a tank you just set up.
Take some time to get parameters just right and let the closed environment cycle for a few months. This ensures that conditions are stable and safe. Bubble Tip Anemones prefer warmer temperatures. Water should be on the alkali side as well. Monitor water conditions regularly to avoid any major changes. Ammonia and nitrate levels should be undetectable at all times using a good quakity test kit and Not API either.
Here are some water parameters to follow.

• Water temperature: Between 77°F and 80°F (stay close to the middle of this range)
• pH level: 8.1 to 8.4
• Water hardness: 8 to 11 dKH
• Specific gravity: 1.024 to 1.025
• Nitrate < .5

When you first introduce the anemone to the tank, turn down any pumps. The flow should be minimal until the anemone gets settled in. Chances are, your new Bubble Tip Anemone will move around the tank until it finds a suitable spot to call home.
If it starts to move towards any coral, simply direct your water jets to the coral. This will discourage the anemone from anchoring near it. It will move to another area to attach. Bubble Tip Anemone lighting is a very important aspect of their care. These creatures need a lot of light to thrive because they’re photosynthetic which means that they absorb light to produce food and growth. The anemone has zooxanthellae in its body, which are symbiotic microorganisms that they feed on. Without proper lighting, the anemone will expel the zooxanthellae and turn white. This process is called bleaching and often leads to death.
A moderate amount of flow is recommended. Many aquarists soon find out that too much flow will cause the anemone to stretch out and look stringy. Keeping things moderate will help avoid this from happening. Avoid directing your flow directly at the anemone. These creatures enjoy subtle movement at all times but too much direct flow hitting the anemone will force it to move.

Waitttt weren’t you the one who responded on another of my posts with my light settings for the Hydra 32hd??

 

[vetteguy53081]

Waitttt weren’t you the one who responded on another of my posts with my light settings for the Hydra 32hd??

probably

 

[gavinz]

probably

Almost positive it was because it was on a previous post I made about my green bubble dying and me trying to bring it back

 

[gavinz]

probably

Sure was! Hello again! Haha

 

[gavinz]

Sure was! Hello again! Haha

I switched to this light setting you told me and this is what I’m currently running

 

[gavinz]

probably

As far as those light settings go should I increase it for the anemone or no? It seems to be moving a lot and it typically stays at the top of the tank

 

[Jekyl]

Judging from previous posts your tank is only about 3 months old? If this is the case, this will be your biggest hurdle. Don't make changes. Keep parameters stable and where they are supposed to be. Don't touch or move the anemone until taking it out of the tank.
This is the way.

 

[JonezNReef]

I would cover up your power heads some how too. Don’t want your nem to wonder into one. I’ve lost a bubble tip because of that