WYSIWYG Large White/Brown Tube Anemone

WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) Large White/Brown Tube Anemone (Ceriantharia)

Tube anemones are fascinating invertebrates belonging to the group Ceriantharia, relatives of true sea anemones. In nature they live buried in soft sand where they build a protective tube beneath the substrate, extending only their long flowing tentacles into the water column to capture plankton and small prey. When disturbed, the entire animal can rapidly withdraw into its tube for protection.

Tube anemones are non-photosynthetic and rely on feeding rather than light for nutrition. They also possess a powerful sting and should be given plenty of space from other corals and small livestock.

This one is ~6" in diameter when fully open.

QUICK CARE

Difficulty: Moderate

Lighting: Not Required

Water: 1.024-1.026 salinity

Flow: Moderate

Temperature: 72–78°F

Substrate: 3"+ deep sand bed

Feeding: Occasional target feeding of small meaty foods such as mysis shrimp or chopped seafood

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You will receive the exact specimen shown in the product photos.

This item must be shipped with Express Shipping.

Please note: All orders ship Monday/Tuesday to ensure prompt delivery. Packages include insulated envelopes with heat packs or ice packs when necessary.