Heteractis crispa, commonly known as the Sebae Anemone, is a visually stunning large sea anemone featuring a cream-coloured body with long, slender tentacles. This species is a popular choice for advanced marine aquarium enthusiasts due to its impressive size and unique appearance.
Care Level: Moderate to advanced. Requires stable water parameters and attentive husbandry.
Feeding: While Heteractis crispa hosts symbiotic zooxanthellae that provide some nutrition via photosynthesis, supplemental feeding is recommended. Offer meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, finely chopped seafood, or specialised anemone pellets 1-2 times per week to maintain optimal health.
Compatibility & Reef Safety: Generally reef safe, but with caution. It can coexist with many reef inhabitants but may sting nearby corals or invertebrates if tentacles come into contact. It is compatible with anemonefish species, which often form symbiotic relationships.
Tank Requirements: A minimum tank size of 120 litres (approximately 30 gallons) is advised to accommodate its size and movement. Provide moderate to strong lighting to support its photosynthetic symbionts, and moderate water flow to ensure adequate gas exchange without damaging the delicate tentacles.
Placement: Position on a stable rock or substrate where it can attach securely. Avoid placing near aggressive corals or invertebrates that may provoke stinging.
Origin: Not Provided.
Maximum Size: Can reach up to 30 cm in diameter under optimal conditions.
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