Long Tentacle Anemone
(Macrodactyla doreensis)
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Long Tentacle Anemone
(Macrodactyla doreensis)
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Additional locales and sizes may be available! Email me when availableQuick Stats
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Black, Purple, Tan
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
72-78° F, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Max. Size
1' 8"
Family
Actiniidae
Lighting
Moderate
Supplements
Iodine, Trace Elements
Waterflow
Medium
Minimum Tank Size
30 gallons
Compatibility
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Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Color Form
Black, Purple, Tan
Reef Compatible
With Caution
Water Conditions
72-78° F, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Max. Size
1' 8"
Family
Actiniidae
Lighting
Moderate
Supplements
Iodine, Trace Elements
Waterflow
Medium
Minimum Tank Size
30 gallons
Compatibility
View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information
Overview
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The Long Tentacle Anemone is also referred to as the Corkscrew Anemone, Sand Anemone, Red Base Anemone, and Long Tentacle Red Base Anemone. It has a similar appearance to Heteractis crispa, which has more tentacles and a tougher column. Its oral disc is usually visible and can grow up to 20" in diameter. Its tentacles are spaced further apart than other similar anemones. It is found in various forms and color patterns, but its base is usually orange to red. It is a host to clownfish, usually Amphiprion perideraion and A. clarki.The Long Tentacle Anemone requires an aquarium with 4 inches of sand or rubble substrate in which it can hide.
The diet should include small pieces of fish or mussel, crustaceans, and frozen foods.
Approximate Purchase Size When Fully Expanded: Small: 1" to 2"; Medium: 2" to 3"; Large: 3" to 5"; XLarge: 5" or larger