Long Tentacle Anemone

Long Tentacle Anemone

Macrodactyla doreensis

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Min Tank Size

53 gal

Max Size

19.7"

Temperature

75–81°F

pH Range

8.1–8.4

Lifespan

10-50+ years

Diet

Omnivore

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Overview

The Long Tentacle Anemone (Macrodactyla doreensis) is a advanced saltwater species known for its tan-purple, long tentacles coloration. Needs sand bed. On substrate.

Origin & Appearance

Origin: Indo-Pacific.

Colors: Tan-Purple, Long tentacles.

Body Shape: Anemone (column + tentacles). Typical adult dimensions: 50.0 x 40.0 x 25.0.

Sexual Dimorphism: N/A; colonial.

Tank & Water Requirements

Min Tank Size53 gallons
Temperature7581°F
pH Range8.18.4
Water Hardness (GH)dKH 8-12
Bioloadmedium
Oxygen Demandmedium
Plant Safeyes
Aquarium PositionOn substrate

Behavior & Activity

Sessile but wanders; long tentacles wave in current catching food; foot slowly moves across substrate seeking ideal light/flow

Speed: 3/100Aggression: 3/10diurnal

Breeding

Splits asexually

Common Diseases

💊 Bleaching💊 deflation💊 wandering

Expert Notes

Needs sand bed; mobile

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