{"product_id":"long-tentacle-anemone","title":"Long Tentacle Anemone","description":"\u003ch3\u003eLong Tentacle Anemone: The Sand Dweller\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLong Tentacle Anemone\u003c\/strong\u003e (Macrodactyla doreensis) is one of the more common and hardier large anemones available in the marine aquarium hobby. Also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eCorkscrew Anemone\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSand Anemone\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eRed Base Anemone\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is easily recognized by its long, slender, often wavy tentacles and its column which is frequently a vibrant red or orange (the 'Red Base' moniker). Its oral disc often displays noticeable striping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the shallow, sandy lagoons of the Indo-Pacific, this anemone is a sand-dweller that buries its 'foot' deep into the substrate, leaving only the tentacles and oral disc exposed. It can grow to a considerable size, reaching a diameter of up to \u003cstrong\u003e12 to 20 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e (30-50 cm). Due to its size and mobile nature, a minimum tank size of \u003cstrong\u003e50 to 75 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended, and it must include a deep sand bed (4-6 inches) to allow it to properly anchor itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile generally considered a good choice for intermediate hobbyists, the \u003cstrong\u003eLong Tentacle Anemone\u003c\/strong\u003e still requires an established system (6+ months old) with very stable water parameters and extreme caution regarding placement of corals and equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch4\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e This anemone is a Photosynthetic Carnivore. It receives most of its energy from symbiotic algae (zooxanthellae) and requires \u003cstrong\u003emoderate to high lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e (LED, T5, or Metal Halide). Supplemental target feeding is essential for long-term health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed \u003cstrong\u003e2-3 times per week\u003c\/strong\u003e with meaty foods, such as pieces of raw marine shrimp, clam, fish flesh, or anemone-specific pellets. The food item should be cut to roughly the size of its mouth and placed directly onto the oral disc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is \u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe With Caution\u003c\/strong\u003e. The anemone is motile (it can move) and its venomous, sweeping tentacles will sting and kill any stationary coral or sessile invertebrate (like clams or small polyps) they touch. It must be given a large, open area on the sand bed, away from all corals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is \u003cstrong\u003eSemi-Aggressive \/ Stinging\u003c\/strong\u003e. While it is a host for several species of clownfish, including the \u003cstrong\u003eClarkii\u003c\/strong\u003e (Amphiprion clarkii), \u003cstrong\u003ePink Skunk\u003c\/strong\u003e (A.perideraion), and \u003cstrong\u003eSaddleback\u003c\/strong\u003e (A.polymnus), its stinging cells (nematocysts) pose a threat to small, non-immune fish. All powerheads and overflow intakes must be covered to prevent the anemone from being sucked in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Like all anemones, it possesses stinging cells. 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