Anemone In Nano?

[timpetty]

I have read many postings on how anemone are not desirable in nano tanks. I was just curious as to the reasoning? Is it because they are motile and the tank size causes inhabitants to be disrupted? Just curious. Probably missed it somewhere in all the postings but any enlightenment would be appreciated!

Thanks Tim

 

[andywg]

Nems are very delicate creatures that can nuke a tank when they die. On top of this is the ethical consideration of keeping the creatures in anything other than the best possible conditions, where best will mean a larger water volume to dilute any problems.

 

[timpetty]

I appreciate the info Andy.

 

[SkiFletch]

Chemistry is probably the biggest reason. It's really hard to keep stable seawater conditions in a nano tank, especially if the aquarist lacks experience.

 

[Musho3210]

size, chemistry, delicacy, fast decomposition, mobility, possible that the nem eats certain things you dont want it to eat, there are many reasons.

 

[steelhealr]

Agree. A mobile anemone can also sting things in it's path. Many require very high lighting. There really are just some amazing corals out there which are just as nice. SH

 

[Lynden]

Leave it to me to disagree with the common thought....

Captive bred bubble tip anemones and certain non-clownfish-hosting anemones can be kept in tanks as small as twenty gallons. Captive bred bubble tips make a fantastic addition to most reef tanks; they don't usually move much, and they do not harm soft corals in my experience. Hard corals can be damaged somewhat in my experience, though, but if they anemone is well-fed, they typically stay put.

Run regularly changed carbon in the filter to remove allelopathic toxins before adding an anemone to a tank with other cnidarians.

Finally, while there are some very pretty corals out there, few in my opinion match a well cared for anemone. If all their necessities are provided (lighting, flow) captive bred bubble tips are a breeze to keep. Check out Karensroseanemones.com if interested.

P.S.
gain experience with some corals first to avoid losses and "get the hang of it".

 

[timpetty]

Thanks Lynden. I definately respect your knowlege and opinions throughout all your posts. Nice to hear from people who dont go with the "mainstream." For now at least, Im going to stick with the old better safe than sorry due to my lack of experience. Thanks

 

[Lynden]

Sounds good.

 

[Crazy fishes]

I like the analogy of anemones and nuclear weapons; very creative.