What Anemone to get, and where?

[Delphinus]

PS. Victor, it is nice to be thought of one of "several people around the world that have kept them for more than 2 years."

:D

BTA E. quadricolor: four years and counting. A regular splitter (Bob, if you want one, I can keep you in mind for my next split.)

Green carpet S. haddoni: two years and counting.

Ritteri H. magnifica: 1.5 years and counting.

I beleive the key to success is a clear understanding of the very precise requirements of lighting, water movement/current, feeding, and substrate selection to which every species has its own unique preferences. Anemones don't adapt to different scenarios. They need what they need, and if the requirements are not met, the anemone is stressed. Simple as that.

The second rule of thumb is protecting them from diffuse competition from other individuals. Two anemones may get along fine in a tank, but it's a risk. Overcrowding in a confined space is a definite no-no.

[ 10 September 2002, 20:57: Message edited by: delphinus ]