Carpet anemone

[Bob Betzel]

I purchased a large S. Haddoni anemone about two months ago and it had moved around a little until last week when it moved under my live rock, turned itself upside down and pulled itself up to the top of the rockwork. So far it hasn't turned anything over but I am concerned. It is about 12 inches across and it is in a 185 which is 60"x 30"x 24". It has stayed on the top of the rock right under one of the returns so it is being blasted somewhat on one side. I assume I have to just watch it as it is too large to stop but if anyone has any suggestions, I'd appreciate it. I feed it about two teaspoons of fish chunks, shrimp or krill three times a week. Does that sound like enough?

 

[Haddonisreef]

Id anemone proof the tank over flows intakes what not. Then if you can get a hold of it move it to sand rock interface at bottom of tank and it should do the rest! Good luck!

 

[shutiny]

A haddoni on top of rock is not a good sign from my experiences.
I have never had one survived long term with out sand bed.
I found this is the best way to keep my haddoni from wondering, a clay pot/flower pot. I have NEVER had one left their bowl/pot before, but had some that moved when they were in a sand bed.
Here is a baby mertensii, but for haddoni, you'll need to add some sand and rocks to the pot. Find a pot that is as wide as your haddoni:

 

[shutiny]

Ah, I found one of my haddoni pic. This one has been in my tank since I purchased him from Tylor in 2004 and he has never left his bowl on his own, however, I have removed the sand and replaced with new sand may be twice(?)