InstantForum.NET v4.1.3Forumshttp://forum.petstore.com/forums@marinedepot.comFri, 21 Nov 2008 21:18:32 GMT20http://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspxKeith is right about bubble tips some times bubbling and other times not. I am sure there is a reason, but I can not tell you what it is. I have had BTAs for years and only just recently did the ones in my 240 start forming bubble tips. I have 8 BTAs in my 240 all cloans of ones I have had for 5 years or more and never had bubbles before. None of the BTAs in my other 4 tanks have bubbles currently. I use the same water in all my tanks, I did recently add another T5 fixture over that part of the tank, but I really don't think that has anything to do with it, but it might. </P><P>Steve Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:27:29 GMTlaverdahttp://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspxI have seen many bubble tip anemones that "lose" their bubble tips. I don't think anyone has figured out why this occurs, but in some tanks they bubble up nicely while in others they choose not to bubble.</P><P>Glad to see it is doing better, your clown seems happy in there.Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:21:57 GMTargihttp://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspxYep i figured that was it. now he looks happy again. But doesnt have any bubbles <img align="absmiddle" src="http://forum.petstore.com/Skins/Classic/Images/EmotIcons/Sad.gif" border="0" title="Sad"> i think its cuz my clown is in there. <img src="http://i38.tinypic.com/2pqqdts.jpg">Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:01:17 GMTRoopehttp://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspx<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: #1f5080; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana">Anemones often shrivel up after eating to poop. The poop can be a long strand that almost resembles smoke, so do not get freaked out like I did the first time one of my anemones pooped.</SPAN></P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: #1f5080; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana"></SPAN> </P><P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: #1f5080; FONT-FAMILY: Verdana">Steve</SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></SPAN>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:58:05 GMTlaverdahttp://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspxHere is <a target="_blank" href="http://kb.marinedepot.com/article.aspx?id=10444">an article on anemones</A> that might help some. You can also check out the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.marinedepot.com/ps_AquariumPage~PageAlias~books_index.html">books section</A> as there are a couple of books on anemones that are good reads.</P><P>HTH,Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:08:47 GMTargihttp://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspxI'm semi confident that I've read up on the necessary requirements for anemones. Where would be a good place to find some more information on them?Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:07:16 GMTRoopehttp://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspxNo problem Roope,</P><P>Just another quick note. I noticed you were new to the forum but I was wondering if you are new to the hobby? If so make sure you do some reading on the necessary requirements for anemones as far as water quality, lighting, water flow, feeding etc. goes. It will benefit both you and your anemone.<IMG title=Smile src="http://forum.marinedepot.com/Skins/Classic/Images/MessageIcons/Smile.gif" align=absMiddle>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 18:18:41 GMTNoctilucahttp://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspxThanks for the quick reply guys. I'll keep you updated.Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:31:20 GMTRoopehttp://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspxHey Roope, First of all welcome to M.D. forum,</P><P>The pic isn't all that clear but I wouldn't worry quite yet. Anemones are very strange creatures. They are mostly composed of water and can change shapes and appearence both quickly and frequently. They do so in response to tactile stimulus and light stimulus as well as other things. I've had anemones look like all stalk at one time and all tentacle at others. I would say give him some time and see if he acclimates to his new environment. Keep us posted on your observations. Again Welcome. HTH<IMG title=Smile src="http://forum.marinedepot.com/Skins/Classic/Images/MessageIcons/Smile.gif" align=absMiddle>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:26:53 GMTNoctilucahttp://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspxI forgot to mention, Welcome to the Marine Depot Forums<img align="absmiddle" src="http://forum.petstore.com/Skins/Classic/Images/EmotIcons/Smile.gif" border="0" title="Smile">Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:19:56 GMTargihttp://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspxIt is fairly normal for anemones to shrink down and expand out especially after feeding. More than likely it is fine. Just make sure it has some flow going over it and assuming your water quality is good it should open back up for you.</P><P>But watch it closely. When an anemone starts to go, they usually go very quickly and you should to get it out of the tank ASAP. It appears to me it is still attached to the rock (generally a good sign).</P><P>So, IMO the fact that is it new to the tank (still acclimating to the new environment) and was just fed it probably is nothing to worry about, just keep a close eye on it.</P><P>HTH,Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:19:13 GMTargihttp://forum.petstore.com/Topic88592-4-1.aspxI just fed him today and got him about 3 days ago. He seemed to be doing just fine. And i came home to find him looking like this. </P><P><img src="http://i35.tinypic.com/2qjlgsp.jpg"></P><P><img src="http://i38.tinypic.com/ofrp80.jpg"><BR>Please help!Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:12:04 GMTRoope