How do you remove unwanted anemones?

[atlantis2]

My bubble-tip anemone has split into at least 3 different organisms. I have some corals in the tank also and am wondering if they will be harmed by new anemones roaming around for a good spot to live. Is there any way to remove the new anemones or get them to move to a desired location?

 

[reefnetworth]

yes, they will sting your corals and can kill them.

you can remove them by using a blunt object such as a plastic butter knife, but you have to do it very slowly, you dont wanna tear thier foot or they will die.

you can move your LR to different locations, anemone fallow light and flow. the better of each is what they choose.

 

[atlantis2]

Thank you for your advice.

 

[atlantis2]

Any more ideas on how to deal with this problem would be appreciated.

 

[TheOtherReefer]

freeze some r/o water into icecubes. rub the foot of the nem with the ice cubes. they should let go of the rocks rather quickly

 

[myxsptlk]

If you use the ice cube method, place them in a sealable bag, makes it easier to handle and you don't introduce extra water into your system. Even frozen corn or peas would work so long as the bag is completely sealed

 

[NexDog]

Also blast teh foot with a powerhead. Works for me.