Split RBTA in rockwork

[ReefRacer]

My RBTA split around a month ago in the rockwork. Three weeks later one of the RBTA's split again. It didn't really split in half this time more like 75/25. One RBTA is really small with very few tentacles. I can't see it really well because it is in the rockwork hanging upside down with tentacles in the crushed coral substrate. How long after a split until they should eat? One of 3 parts eats. How long should I wait for the RBTA's to come into the light? Also will a SEIO (860 or 1100) powerhead with the hang on rim set up suck up an anenome? The powerhead has a slotted cover that spreads out the suction.
Thanks
Mike

 

[SEAFLOWERS]

Re: Split RBTA in rockwork

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7029659#post7029659 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by ReefRacer
My RBTA split around a month ago in the rockwork. Three weeks later one of the RBTA's split again. It didn't really split in half this time more like 75/25. One RBTA is really small with very few tentacles. I can't see it really well because it is in the rockwork hanging upside down with tentacles in the crushed coral substrate. How long after a split until they should eat? One of 3 parts eats. How long should I wait for the RBTA's to come into the light? Also will a SEIO (860 or 1100) powerhead with the hang on rim set up suck up an anenome? The powerhead has a slotted cover that spreads out the suction.
Thanks
Mike

(1)it usually takes a few weeks for the mouth to form on the clones
(2)nems will hang upside down underneath rocks until they are ready to come out, usually it's getting comfortable with the light.
(3) I cant speak to the Seios, I don't use them
hopes this helps

 

[pelochas]

Re: Split RBTA in rockwork

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7029659#post7029659 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by ReefRacer
Also will a SEIO (860 or 1100) powerhead with the hang on rim set up suck up an anenome? The powerhead has a slotted cover that spreads out the suction.
Thanks
Mike

PLEASE COVER UP THE POWERHEAD, NO EXCUSES.

not being a jerk but already a DOZEN ANEMONES LOST THIS MONTH DUE TO PH!

 

[Da85CBears]

What are the signs of an anemone splitting? Mine is acting weird. Thank you in advance.

 

[finding nemo]

I would love to help you , please see my little red house for help with these questions.

 

[Da85CBears]

I guess mine is not anywhere near splitting then after visiting your little red house. It normally spread wide open into a circle. Lately its been forming a shape of a number 8. It doesnt look stressed at all. Thanks finding nemo.

 

[ReefRacer]

Thanks for the info folks. I am reassured about the little split anenome. I didn't see any signs of splitting except the anenome went into the rocks. You will know it when it happens and it doesn't take too long- maybe a day.

Pelochas,
I read about some anenomes getting sucked up and that was why I was asking about the SEIo's in particular. This unit is screened with plastic slots all around.
I will try to post a pic.
Mike

 

[dantodd]

I don't think I'd put a BTA in with a Seio I don't think there is a way to protect them. I have Seios in my tank with an LTA but he stays in the sand, it's what LTAs do. However his tentacles are not long enough that they nearly reach the Seio on his side of the tank, so I may have to do something about it eventually.