So...I know this is in debate...but do you think we need to fed anemones?

[ajjw0828]

Broadcast feed fish is all.

 

[sfin52]

I know there are opposing ideas on this, but I'm curious. Do you think anemones need to be fed? Why or why not? I will say that I have BTAs in mind as I ask this question.

My maroon feeds its nem every day. The lta and 2nd bta I feed twice a week diy fish food.

 

[Dbabin61485]

It all depends on your system and what kind off nutrient level you maintain. I have a mixed reef that I feed twice daily to keep my anthias happy - this keeps nitrates around 10 and phosphates around 0.1 - and I can't stop my BTAs from multiplying!! Had 2 in January - traded 4 this year, and still have 6 in my tank!!

If you're gonna feed your nems make sure you have room for them as they grow and multiply!

 

[ArtisticReef]

Is the lighting setup the same on both tanks?

Yes, exactly the same. Aquatic Life T5/LED hybrid with same T5 bulbs and AI Hydra 26's. The only difference is the size of the tank. The larger volume tank 175g vs 65g.

 

[KorD]

I do not feed mine unless it look like it might want a small squirt of reef roids.
I used to feed them every few days, but then I noticed they got really big fast and a few would just spilt after a month of doing so.

 

[lefkonj]

The clownfish take care of it. These suckers splint regularly and started as one animal and are now about 5.

 

[ArtisticReef]

The clownfish take care of it. These suckers splint regularly and started as one animal and are now about 5.

These are gorgeous!

 

[xxkenny90xx]

Anemones have sticky tenticles that will readily grab food whenever they can. So yes, they are designed to eat so they need to be fed

 

[drblakjak55]

Feeding time. Recent split

 

[lefkonj]

These are gorgeous!

Thanks. I got the first one years ago it was about 3". My maroon clowns home in them and spawn regularly. They began to split and about every 3-5 months I get one that isn't on the rocks so I sell it.

 

[Tamberav]

No, I just feed the tank. My clowns will bring the nem food sometimes.

 

[BanZI29]

I do feed my condy 1 or 2 times a week. but he is still really small. about 3" across with tentacles out. He seems to enjoy it.
I feel it comes down to the type of anem. and the tank conditions. if you broadcast or spot feed your corals, and if you have fish or not. I don't have fish so I spot feed.
Also if you have the room for it to grow as well.
just my 2 cents