{"product_id":"magnificent-sea-anemone-m","title":"Magnificent Sea Anemone (M)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eMagnificent Sea Anemone\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHeteractis magnifica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnificent Anemone, Ritteri Anemone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Expert\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine invertebrate \/ host anemone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMagnificent Sea Anemone\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most impressive host anemones available to marine aquarists. It develops long, flowing tentacles and can display spectacular colours including green, purple, red, orange, blue and tan. It is a natural host for several species of clownfish, but it is considered an \u003cstrong\u003eexpert-level species\u003c\/strong\u003e because it requires excellent water quality, strong lighting and substantial water movement. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan reach \u003cstrong\u003e30–45 cm or more across in aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild specimens can become considerably larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, flowing tentacles surround a prominent central oral disc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in a wide range of colours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsually attaches firmly to rockwork in a position with strong light and flow. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge, mature marine aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent water quality and stable parameters are essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlenty of porous live rock should be available for attachment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide open space around the anemone as it can expand considerably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003esecure lid\u003c\/strong\u003e is strongly recommended because anemones can move around the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery high lighting is required.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowerful reef-quality LED or equivalent lighting is essential because \u003cem\u003eH. magnifica\u003c\/em\u003e relies heavily on its symbiotic photosynthetic algae for energy. It should generally be positioned relatively high where it can receive intense light. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrong, turbulent flow\u003c\/strong\u003e is preferred. Avoid directing a powerful, narrow jet directly at the animal. Good circulation helps keep the anemone healthy and allows its tentacles to move naturally. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.023–1.025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003edKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrite:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep nitrate and phosphate controlled and avoid sudden changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough it obtains a significant amount of energy from its symbiotic algae, supplementary feeding can be beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer small amounts of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMysis shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChopped marine seafood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKrill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther suitable meaty marine foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed sparingly rather than giving large meals, particularly in a newer aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClownfish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Magnificent Anemone is a \u003cstrong\u003enatural host for a number of clownfish species\u003c\/strong\u003e. Some clownfish may readily accept it, while captive-bred clownfish may take longer or may not host it at all. The presence of clownfish is \u003cstrong\u003enot necessary for the anemone's survival\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eUse caution with tank mates.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe anemone has powerful stinging cells and can injure nearby corals. It can also move around the aquarium, potentially coming into contact with corals or equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtect all pumps and overflows with suitable guards\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent the anemone being sucked into equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA healthy Magnificent Anemone should:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemain firmly attached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a full, expanded appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave sticky, responsive tentacles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain good colouration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRespond appropriately to food and changes in its surroundings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShrinking, persistent deflation, damaged tissue, gaping mouth or loss of colour can indicate serious stress. This species is particularly susceptible to bacterial problems, making \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent water quality and careful acclimation extremely important\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is not a beginner's anemone.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHeteractis magnifica\u003c\/em\u003e is considerably more demanding than commonly recommended beginner species such as the Bubble Tip Anemone. It should only be introduced into a \u003cstrong\u003ewell-established, stable reef aquarium with powerful lighting, strong circulation and excellent water quality\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're using this for a \u003cstrong\u003eshop information sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e, I'd rate it \u003cstrong\u003eEXPERT ONLY\u003c\/strong\u003e and make the lighting, mature aquarium and water-quality requirements particularly prominent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petra-aqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58628085612925,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.snuffleandswim.com\/products\/magnificent-sea-anemone-m","provider":"Snuffle and Swim","version":"1.0","type":"link"}