Magnificent (Ritteri) Anemone Under LED's

[gb530]

One of my livestock goals has always been to have a magnificent (Ritteri) anemone in my tank. I would never risk an animal in conditions that aren't ideal. That being said....

What do you guys/gals think about having a Magnificent under LED lights?

Does anyone currently have a magnificent under LED's and would like to comment?

I have 2 Kessil A350W and all of my parameter are perfect, the only thing that I'm hesitant on are my lights.

This is an open discussion on Magnificent Anemones and keeping them under LED lights compared to MH or T5s. Share pics, ask questions, fire away :uzi:

 

[elegance coral]

The anemone forum may be a better place for your questions. There are some very experienced mag keepers that hang out there, but not so much here in the advanced forum.

To answer your question though, the lighting should be fine. IMHO, these are not the light hungry animals we were told they were in the past. Flow, and water quality, are much more important. Naturally, they do need good quality lighting, but the kessils should have no problem providing that.

Just provide a pedestal for the anemone to live on. Preferably directly under one of the lights. Good random flow, small foods like PE mysis, and quality water. Start taking photos on day one, and go back over the pic's looking for signs of bleaching. If the anemone is fading, adjust the lighting until you can get it to stop.

HTH, and good luck
EC

 

[psusocr]

Ive had my mag under LED's for about 1 1/2 years or so now

 

[gb530]

Thanks for the comments. I will take your advice and re-post in that forum.

 

[gb530]

Re-post your comments on the other thread if you can. I have questions for you guys in there.

CONTINUED THREAD: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?p=20907403#post20907403

THANKS!