Carpet Anemone (TURQUISE) - Stichodactyla haddoni
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This is a WYSIWYG Sale and I only have one (1) available!

LARGE Sized 6-12" Inches Plus!

Also known as: Giant Anemone, Giant Carpet Anemone
 

The Carpet Anemone (Turquoise) has a Brilliant Turquoise Blue color. Carnivore. It likes to eat filter feeding invert food, Mysis Shrimp, micro-plankton a few times per week, when open. Likes to have very small bits of raw shrimp or silversides.. The Stichodactyla gigantea is generally aggressive toward other tankmates. Many consider the Stichodactyla gigantea a high-maintenance specimen. Has strong lighting needs.Symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within this organism. The Giant Anemone, Giant Carpet Anemone requires intermediate water flow. Appearance will vary significantly. Lives symbiotically with clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris, Amphiprion percula, or Dascyllus trimaculatus). Feed also with various meaty treats (fish, krill, shrimp). Aggressive when tentacles hook something. Flowers of the sea? Hardly. Most anemones are marine; but they are definitely animals, just a step or two up from the "tissue-grade" life that is the sponges, phylum Porifera. The trade in these stinging-celled animals is brisk, and well it should be; many species are reasonably available and hardy, undemanding aquarium fare. This series offers an overview of aquatic life natural history, and captive care. This installment deals with the polypoid cnidarians (coelenterates) we call anemones. Try imagining a reef system, photograph, television show, fish store without anemones. Hard to do, isn't it? Anemones are seemingly ubiquitous fixtures in all these. Check out our Keep water quality high (SG 1.023 - 1.025, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Temp. 72 - 78° F). The Carpet Anemone (Green) is commonly collected from Colombo. Due to variations in growth of Anemones, it is difficult to pinpoint exact sizes. These sizes are very approximate and will not apply in all situations. "This item will only ship by Air Cargo Delta DASH or UPS Next Day Air only! Alternatively, you may pick this item up at our warehouse FREE of charge via normal will-call. Some items may be prohibited in your state or region. An additional fee may be required depending upon the season and weather conditions. Please call us to resolve any unanswered questions ahead of time prior to your order and agreeing to our legal. All animals receive our "Arrive Alive Guarantee" Thank you! Living Reef Imports LLC. (800)722-0421" Note: Orders are processed on the same day they are received and are usually ready for shipment within 24 - 78 hours. Your credit card is not charged until your order has been shipped.