Anemone Identification

rrusch24 · 07/04/2006, 09:17 PM

Anyone have any idea as to the type of anemone this is? It came off my crabs shell and i have no clue as to what kind it is. Thanks

Phxkeller · 07/04/2006, 11:23 PM

Hey thats SWEET !!! I have 2 of those in my tank.. I asked for ID as well never got a reply. Also cam from a large hermit crab like yours from rocky point, MX

Phxkeller · 07/04/2006, 11:24 PM

Have you touched it and made it close up .. It spits out alot of pink strings from the body

Pyrrhus · 07/05/2006, 12:10 AM

try searching under the crabs latin name Dardanus pedunculatus.

Pyrrhus · 07/05/2006, 12:11 AM

the anemone is caliactis miriam

Phxkeller · 07/05/2006, 08:00 AM

Thanks Skip!

I tried to read about them with the new name but not getting much info .. Are they ok in our tank? Mine just sits in the same spot like in rrusch24 pic on the rock after coming off the crab shell...

Pyrrhus · 07/05/2006, 09:14 AM

I would imagine that as long as it cannot touch any other inverts it should be fine, except maybe with small fishes...skip

aztbs · 07/05/2006, 09:54 AM

I looked them up back when Andy first posted seeing them at Aquarium Arts. From what I could find, these anemones require heavy feeding and are not so demanding for lighting. If the crab is no longer taking it around, you should possibly attempt target feeding the little guy with meaty foods. Fresh seafood from the grocer pureed works well.

I also read somewhere that they do not survive long without the symbiotic relationship. This could be due to the above feeding requirements. The crab would take them to all different rocks and drag them across the substrate where they could pick up food. If you feed it, maybe it will be alright.

That crab/anemone combo was so tempting to me, but I decided that crab looked too large for my comfort in the reef. Hope it works out for you!

Phxkeller · 07/05/2006, 10:13 AM

I love how the crab sifts the sand and keeps it super clean ! I never have to touch it and it looks great all the time.

rrusch24 where did you pick yours up from and how long have you had them now ??

aztbs I have been target feeding mine silver sides and has been alive and well for at least 4mo on the rock now.. So it seems to be ok without the crab (if you feed like you are saying)

Phxkeller · 07/05/2006, 10:15 AM

rrusch24

One other thing...

My crabs have switched shells at least 3 times in 5mo. getting larger and larger.. One died because I did not have another big shell for him to get into. Dont know if the cause of his death was due to a small shell or if something else happened (stared, they all were eatting well), the others are fine.

Good luck

rrusch24 · 07/05/2006, 10:42 AM

Yes i do target feed all 3 of them, 1 on the crab (he seems to like that one) the other 2 are on live rock, respectfully. They seem to be quite the voracious eaters too!! I feed them all mysis and they really enjoy it, but i also found that they love the feeder shrimp from AA.

I got him from AA about 3 weeks ago, and he was orignally in a 12gallon. When he was in there he abandoned his shell and anemones. ( my guess is he wasnt strong enough for all 3) But after about 2 days i noticed he had a new larger shell. After another 2 days he found his old shell and took off one of the anemones. I then took the old shell, with the other 2, and placed it on top of my rock pile so they would get more light and circulation. Well another one climbed off the shell and has made his home there. The next day the last one on the shell made his home on a piece of LR also.

So since the big switch-a-roo i got a 72 gallon tank and have placed most of his hermit buddies and LR in that tank. The 3 anemones seem to be doing wonderful with target feedings 7 days a week, and the crab loves his new shell. (When i first got him i noticed he had only one pincher and now he is showing a beautiful claw growing in place of the nub, but now he is missing a leg,

crazy guy)

Just recently i added 2 damsels, and he actually used the anemone on his back and backed into the damsel. He then spit it out after a few minutes and later that day the damsel perished. Quite comedic from my pov.

But he is doing very well and has plenty of bigger shells to move into of he so desires. He is by far my favorite crab!! He played well with my clowns in the 12, i hope they can play nice together in the 72.

Rick

rrusch24 · 07/05/2006, 10:47 AM

btw, my false clowns have tried to host to those anemones twice, but i think the tank was too small and not enough circulation, my 2 cents

rrusch24 · 07/05/2006, 07:43 PM

here is a pic from today.

Pyrrhus · 07/05/2006, 09:26 PM

Just keep in mind that these crabs are NOT reef safe.

kirstenk · 07/05/2006, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by rrusch24
Yes i do target feed all 3 of them, 1 on the crab (he seems to like that one) the other 2 are on live rock, respectfully. They seem to be quite the voracious eaters too!! I feed them all mysis and they really enjoy it, but i also found that they love the feeder shrimp from AA.

I got him from AA about 3 weeks ago, and he was orignally in a 12gallon. When he was in there he abandoned his shell and anemones. ( my guess is he wasnt strong enough for all 3) But after about 2 days i noticed he had a new larger shell. After another 2 days he found his old shell and took off one of the anemones. I then took the old shell, with the other 2, and placed it on top of my rock pile so they would get more light and circulation. Well another one climbed off the shell and has made his home there. The next day the last one on the shell made his home on a piece of LR also.

So since the big switch-a-roo i got a 72 gallon tank and have placed most of his hermit buddies and LR in that tank. The 3 anemones seem to be doing wonderful with target feedings 7 days a week, and the crab loves his new shell. (When i first got him i noticed he had only one pincher and now he is showing a beautiful claw growing in place of the nub, but now he is missing a leg, crazy guy)

Just recently i added 2 damsels, and he actually used the anemone on his back and backed into the damsel. He then spit it out after a few minutes and later that day the damsel perished. Quite comedic from my pov.

But he is doing very well and has plenty of bigger shells to move into of he so desires. He is by far my favorite crab!! He played well with my clowns in the 12, i hope they can play nice together in the 72.

Rick

Great Story and pic!

aztbs · 07/05/2006, 10:50 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by rrusch24

Just recently i added 2 damsels, and he actually used the anemone on his back and backed into the damsel. He then spit it out after a few minutes and later that day the damsel perished. Quite comedic from my pov.

This was comedic that it killed a damsel? Wait until he gets a fish that costs more than $5.

07/04/2006, 09:17 PM	#1
rrusch24 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: North Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 101	Anemone Identification Anyone have any idea as to the type of anemone this is? It came off my crabs shell and i have no clue as to what kind it is. Thanks

07/04/2006, 11:23 PM	#2
Phxkeller Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: N. Phoenix Posts: 715	Hey thats SWEET !!! I have 2 of those in my tank.. I asked for ID as well never got a reply. Also cam from a large hermit crab like yours from rocky point, MX __________________ "The clock of Life is wound but once...." Current Tank Info: 300G Mixed reef

07/04/2006, 11:24 PM	#3
Phxkeller Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: N. Phoenix Posts: 715	Have you touched it and made it close up .. It spits out alot of pink strings from the body __________________ "The clock of Life is wound but once...." Current Tank Info: 300G Mixed reef

07/05/2006, 12:10 AM	#4
Pyrrhus Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Tempe, AZ Posts: 2,713	try searching under the crabs latin name Dardanus pedunculatus. __________________ Severe Knowledge In Plumbing

07/05/2006, 12:11 AM	#5
Pyrrhus Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Tempe, AZ Posts: 2,713	the anemone is caliactis miriam __________________ Severe Knowledge In Plumbing

07/05/2006, 08:00 AM	#6
Phxkeller Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: N. Phoenix Posts: 715	Thanks Skip! I tried to read about them with the new name but not getting much info .. Are they ok in our tank? Mine just sits in the same spot like in rrusch24 pic on the rock after coming off the crab shell... __________________ "The clock of Life is wound but once...." Current Tank Info: 300G Mixed reef

07/05/2006, 09:14 AM	#7
Pyrrhus Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Tempe, AZ Posts: 2,713	I would imagine that as long as it cannot touch any other inverts it should be fine, except maybe with small fishes...skip __________________ Severe Knowledge In Plumbing

07/05/2006, 09:54 AM	#8
aztbs Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 4,492	I looked them up back when Andy first posted seeing them at Aquarium Arts. From what I could find, these anemones require heavy feeding and are not so demanding for lighting. If the crab is no longer taking it around, you should possibly attempt target feeding the little guy with meaty foods. Fresh seafood from the grocer pureed works well. I also read somewhere that they do not survive long without the symbiotic relationship. This could be due to the above feeding requirements. The crab would take them to all different rocks and drag them across the substrate where they could pick up food. If you feed it, maybe it will be alright. That crab/anemone combo was so tempting to me, but I decided that crab looked too large for my comfort in the reef. Hope it works out for you!

07/05/2006, 10:13 AM	#9
Phxkeller Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: N. Phoenix Posts: 715	I love how the crab sifts the sand and keeps it super clean ! I never have to touch it and it looks great all the time. rrusch24 where did you pick yours up from and how long have you had them now ?? aztbs I have been target feeding mine silver sides and has been alive and well for at least 4mo on the rock now.. So it seems to be ok without the crab (if you feed like you are saying) __________________ "The clock of Life is wound but once...." Current Tank Info: 300G Mixed reef

07/05/2006, 10:15 AM	#10
Phxkeller Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: N. Phoenix Posts: 715	rrusch24 One other thing... My crabs have switched shells at least 3 times in 5mo. getting larger and larger.. One died because I did not have another big shell for him to get into. Dont know if the cause of his death was due to a small shell or if something else happened (stared, they all were eatting well), the others are fine. Good luck __________________ "The clock of Life is wound but once...." Current Tank Info: 300G Mixed reef

07/05/2006, 10:42 AM	#11
rrusch24 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: North Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 101	Yes i do target feed all 3 of them, 1 on the crab (he seems to like that one) the other 2 are on live rock, respectfully. They seem to be quite the voracious eaters too!! I feed them all mysis and they really enjoy it, but i also found that they love the feeder shrimp from AA. I got him from AA about 3 weeks ago, and he was orignally in a 12gallon. When he was in there he abandoned his shell and anemones. ( my guess is he wasnt strong enough for all 3) But after about 2 days i noticed he had a new larger shell. After another 2 days he found his old shell and took off one of the anemones. I then took the old shell, with the other 2, and placed it on top of my rock pile so they would get more light and circulation. Well another one climbed off the shell and has made his home there. The next day the last one on the shell made his home on a piece of LR also. So since the big switch-a-roo i got a 72 gallon tank and have placed most of his hermit buddies and LR in that tank. The 3 anemones seem to be doing wonderful with target feedings 7 days a week, and the crab loves his new shell. (When i first got him i noticed he had only one pincher and now he is showing a beautiful claw growing in place of the nub, but now he is missing a leg, crazy guy) Just recently i added 2 damsels, and he actually used the anemone on his back and backed into the damsel. He then spit it out after a few minutes and later that day the damsel perished. Quite comedic from my pov. But he is doing very well and has plenty of bigger shells to move into of he so desires. He is by far my favorite crab!! He played well with my clowns in the 12, i hope they can play nice together in the 72. Rick

07/05/2006, 10:47 AM	#12
rrusch24 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: North Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 101	btw, my false clowns have tried to host to those anemones twice, but i think the tank was too small and not enough circulation, my 2 cents

07/05/2006, 07:43 PM	#13
rrusch24 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: North Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 101	here is a pic from today.

07/05/2006, 09:26 PM	#14
Pyrrhus Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Tempe, AZ Posts: 2,713	Just keep in mind that these crabs are NOT reef safe. __________________ Severe Knowledge In Plumbing