Anemone's

[fishnfrogs]

Hi all,

New to the saltwater hobby here and was wondering what anemone's will do best on a sand bed, as well as LR. I've got a 29 gallon tank that has been up and running for a good month and a half and has already been through a cycle. All the parameters read good so it's time to get the ball rolling, slowly.

So with that being said what are some good choices for anemone's on a sand bed and LR for a 29 gallon tank? Oh, I am looking at getting a pair of maroon clown's by the way.

Thanks,
David

 

[cschweitzer]

What kind of lighting do you use? Also, I would not recommend an anem for at least 4-6 months, most people say over a year. not only does the tank have to cycle, but it has to establish itsself. The bacteria needs to be high, the pod count has to be good, and the lighting and flow should be on the higher side.

Once your tank is established(coralline growing, etc), then is a good time to choose what anemone you want. This will also give you time to decide which anem is right for you. There are a lot of choices, but since I reread and realized you want maroons, there is really only one choice that is a good one: E quadricolor, or the bubble tip anemone. RBTA's are very nice and will stay on your rock structure/tank glass. It will move around in the tank until it finds its spot, so if you're planning on any other corals, recommend to wait until the BTA settles.

 

[TheVillageIdiot]

I'd let your tank run for another 5 months and monitor your water parameters. It is important to learn what upkeep your tank needs in order to maintain stable water parameters. Anemone's are very difficult creatures to keep. Please be patient and wait before adding the anemone.

 

[raoul]

Agree with timing. Not only does your tank need to mature, so do husbandry skills, then your experiences can be more positive and rewarding.

BTA was suggested for maroons, and that's a good choice, not only for them but for you. All nems are rated difficult or higher on the difficulty level, but bta's seem to be the least demanding and most forgiving of the hosting species.

The other great thing about bta's is that you can get captive clones. These nems are known to clone and create new nems. These clones are great choices for aquarists because they tend to be hardier, and healthier thus increasing your chances of success. They come in green, brown-ish, and red/pink/orange variations. I have a rose and it is beautiful! And the greatest part? The more we share from our tanks the more things can stay in the ocean.

A good site for some reading about them is http://www.karensroseanemones.com/

I'm guessing this isn't what you wanted to hear, but it really is best for you and the nem - and even your tank. Thank you for asking questions and getting information first!

Have fun!

 

[fishnfrogs]

Hey guys,

Thanks for all the replies, I have no problem in waiting. Matter fact, I'm getting married the end of May and then off to the honeymoon so I'm just letting the tank do it's thing till after all that is done and said and then I will add fish aslong as all is still well. I appreciate everyone's support and suggestions.

 

[cschweitzer]

Congrats!!! Make sure she doesn't spend all your tank money on the wedding


What it might sound like:

"Honey, won't it be cool to put the clownfish in their new home once we get back from our honeymoon?"

"Oh I didn't tell you? While we are away, I had someone take the tank down and sell it...we need to be thinking of our future, not playing around with fish."


Just Kidding!!! Congrats on the tank and congrats on the wife.

 

[raoul]

Finding someone to watch the tank is worse than finding someone to watch the dog when you're out of town!

Good for you for waiting You can use this time to research the different nem types and which ones would be best for you, and it gives you time to make sure things like lighting and even rock scaping are up to par.

Have fun and congrats!