Rose Bubble Tip Anemone (Entacmaea quadricolor)

As its name implies the enlarged tip near the end of the tentacles is a rich rose to red color that gives the Rose Bubble Tip Anemone an unexpected pop of color sure to add fantastic visual interest to your marine aquarium landscape.

When hungry, the Bubble Tip Anemone stretches its tentacles to increase its chances of capturing a meal. When satiated and content, the tentacles shorten and return to its bulbous shape.

The Rose Bubble Tip Anemone hosts photosynthetic, symbiotic zooxanthellae algae within its body. Therefore, moderate to high lighting conditions achieved by T-5 fluorescent, powerful LED, or more intense metal halide light fixtures is a must to maintain continued health, bright coloration and its bulbous tips.

Under intense lighting conditions, the Rose Bubble Tip Anemone will typically remain compact, maintaining its bulbous tips. However, if the lighting is insufficient, the Rose Bubble Tip Anemone will expand its entire body, stretching out to make the most of the available light. At times, the tentacles may appear stringy; this may be due to insufficient light or the need for food.

Use gloves and handle this invertebrate, and all Anemones, with care. They can sting other Anemones, as well as Corals.