Long Tentacle/Corkscrew Anemone

Drs. Foster & Smith Educational Staff

Macrodactyla doreensis

Quick Stats: Long

Tentacle/Corkscrew Anemone
Family: Actiniidae
Range: Indo-Pacific
Color Form: Brown, Gray, Purple
Ideal Supplements: Iodine, Trace
elements
Tank Set-up: Marine: Sand, gravel,
rock
Reef Compatible: Yes
Tank Conditions: 72-78ºF; sg
1.023-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4
Water Flow: Medium
Light: Medium
Dominance: Aggressive
Care Level: Moderate
The Long Tentacle Anemone is also referred to as the Corkscrew Anemone, Sand Anemone, Red Base Anemone, and Long
Tentacle Red Base Anemone. It has a similar appearance to Heteractis crispa, which has more tentacles and a tougher
column. Its oral disc is usually visible and can grow up to 20" in diameter. Its tentacles are spaced further apart than other
similar anemones. It is found in various forms and color patterns, but its base is usually orange to red. It is a host to
Clownfish, usually Amphiprion perideraion or Amphiprion clarki.
The Long Tentacle Anemone requires an aquarium with 4 inches of sand or rubble substrate in which it can hide.
The diet should include small pieces of fish or mussel, crustaceans, and frozen foods.

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