{"product_id":"sebae-anemone-heteractis-crispa","title":"Sebae Anemone - Heteractis crispa","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"291\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSebae Anemone (Heteractis crispa)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"291\"\u003eThe Sebae Anemone, Heteractis crispa, is a large Indo-Pacific host anemone with a leathery column, long flowing tentacles and attractive pale tan, cream, yellowish or purple-tipped colour forms. Also known as the Leathery Sea Anemone or Purple Tip Anemone, this species can form a natural association with several clownfish species and makes a striking centrepiece in a mature reef aquarium. It is reef safe with caution, as it does not graze corals, but it has a powerful sting, can move if unhappy and requires strong lighting, stable water quality and careful placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eSebae Anemone, Leathery Sea Anemone, Purple Tip Anemone, Long Tentacle Sebae Anemone, Sebae Sea Anemone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003eHeteractis crispa\u003cbr data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eAlso listed by some taxonomic sources as Radianthus crispa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eCommonly around 30–50 cm across when mature, with larger specimens possible in ideal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eMarine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eIndo-Pacific, including the Red Sea, East Africa, Southeast Asia, Japan, Australia, New Caledonia and wider Pacific reef regions. Naturally found on reefs, lagoons and sandy or rubble areas, often attaching its foot into sand, rock crevices or hard substrate partly covered by sand, from shallow water down to around 40 m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eTemperature: 24–27°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003epH Range: 8.1–8.4\u003cbr data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003eHardness or Salinity: SG 1.023–1.026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003eStationary once settled, but strongly stinging and capable of moving if conditions are unsuitable. It is not aggressive like a fish, but it can sting neighbouring corals and may capture small fish or invertebrates that contact the tentacles. Give it a dedicated space away from delicate corals and pump intakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003ePhotosynthetic and carnivorous. Much of its energy comes from symbiotic zooxanthellae under strong reef lighting, but it can also be offered occasional small pieces of marine fish, prawn, mysis, mussel, clam or squid. Feed sparingly and avoid large meals, as overfeeding can affect water quality and stress the anemone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2610\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2383\"\u003eA minimum of 250 litres is recommended for a single specimen, with larger aquariums preferred as it grows. The aquarium should be mature, stable and equipped with strong lighting, good filtration and suitable placement options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"3090\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003eA host anemone that usually settles with its foot anchored securely into sand, rock or the sand-rock boundary, while the oral disc and tentacles remain exposed to light and flow. It may move around the aquarium until it finds suitable conditions, so pumps and wavemakers must be guarded. Healthy specimens usually show extended tentacles, good grip and a closed mouth. Bleached white specimens are stressed and should be considered harder to recover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3439\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3102\" data-end=\"3105\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eReef Safe with Caution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3130\"\u003eSuitable for some reef aquariums, but it can sting nearby corals, move through rockwork and trap small livestock. It should be placed with plenty of clear space and should not be crowded by delicate SPS, LPS or soft corals. It is best kept in a mature reef where lighting, flow and water chemistry are stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3441\" data-end=\"4033\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3476\" data-end=\"3479\"\u003eRequires a mature aquarium, strong reef lighting, stable salinity and gentle to moderate water movement. Avoid newly set-up systems, unstable parameters and rough handling. Never pull the foot from rock or sand, as tearing the pedal disc can be fatal. Protect all pumps, wavemakers and overflow intakes before introduction. Like other marine invertebrates, it is sensitive to copper-based treatments and sudden salinity changes. Possible clownfish hosts may include Clarkii-type, Sebae, Tomato and some other anemonefish, but hosting is never guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4035\" data-end=\"4074\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4048\" data-end=\"4051\"\u003eExperienced fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4076\" data-end=\"4111\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4089\" data-end=\"4092\"\u003eOccasional in trade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4113\" data-end=\"4375\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the animal you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45753490014381,"sku":"AG-100465","price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/sebae-anemone-heteractis-crispa","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}