Dumb Anemone Question

Can anemones be upside down?

I ask because this morning when I turned the lights on I discovered that it
moved all the way across the tank.

I've only had it for a couple of days so I am sure it is trying to find a
place where it ill be happy. It's a Sabae Anemone.
Anyway, when the lights came on it "looked" like it was upside down.
Is there a "top" and "bottom" to these things or can their foot move from
either place?
Also, if it IS upside down, can it right itself?

TIA

~Mort

A pic can be seen here...

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what kind of current do you have in the tank?

Seabae's are sand dwellers and will live on your sandbed buried in the sand.
they usually stay upright, so yes they have a top and bottom, but its very
easy to see the difference. the bottom has the foot and is smooth, the top
has the mouth and tentacles.

I cant recall right off top of my head, but what type lighting did you end
up with Mort? the Seabae's require pretty intense lighting, especially if
you got a very white bleached one to start with. they are one of the harder
anemones to keep most people would say.

if he's upside down you might want to help him back over and place him on
the sand.

hth
kc



"Mort" wrote in message
y.com...
Can anemones be upside down?

I ask because this morning when I turned the lights on I discovered that
it
moved all the way across the tank.

I've only had it for a couple of days so I am sure it is trying to find a
place where it ill be happy. It's a Sabae Anemone.
Anyway, when the lights came on it "looked" like it was upside down.
Is there a "top" and "bottom" to these things or can their foot move from
either place?
Also, if it IS upside down, can it right itself?

TIA

~Mort

A pic can be seen here...

y.com

They move around trying to find a place to be happy.
They can right them selves.
There is a top and bottom.

My experience with Sebae's.
They don't like: Even slightly elevated nitrates, phosphates or any ammonia
at all.
Arrow crabs.
Very aggressive clowns.
They like: Really Clean water, at least made with RO water, RO/DI would be
better.
GAC run regularly, or Chemipure.
Very light feedings of shrimp.
Low spectrum light versus 10,000K and above, which
could be because of the dept they were collected.
HTH,



JR,

GAC run regularly, or Chemipure.

I never use carbon or chemipure.


Very light feedings of shrimp.

mine will not eat shrimp, but loves silversides and eats them regularly,
about 3x per week.


Low spectrum light versus 10,000K and above, which
could be because of the dept they were collected.

with intense light the spectrum is not important, i'v kept them under 20KK
MH with no problems at all, growth is excelent as is coloration.


$.02
kc

I posted a couple more pics. Honestly, I cant tell if it is upside down or
not... =\ TIA

~Mort

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"Mort" wrote in message
y.com...
Can anemones be upside down?

I ask because this morning when I turned the lights on I discovered that
it
moved all the way across the tank.

I've only had it for a couple of days so I am sure it is trying to find a
place where it ill be happy. It's a Sabae Anemone.
Anyway, when the lights came on it "looked" like it was upside down.
Is there a "top" and "bottom" to these things or can their foot move from
either place?
Also, if it IS upside down, can it right itself?

TIA

~Mort

A pic can be seen here...

y.com

Something I found on the net looks like good info.

Animal Description:
Although several anemones are commonly called Sebae Anemones, this
record is concerned with the species Heteractis malu. There is much
controversy concerning the ease of care of these anemones; some claim they
are hardy once established, while others claim that Sebae Anemones are
rather difficult to care for.

The Sebae Anemone is often a good host for certain shrimp, Damsel
Fish, and Clown Fish. Sebae Anemones may react aggressively, however, to
non-symbiotic species in their aquariums. They can be sensitive to toxins or
chemicals released by other anemones. Often, the presence of other anemones
may harm Sebae Anemones. These anemones generally require bright lighting
and a moderate current. As with all anemones, water quality should be kept
high.

A wide variety of colors are seen on Sebae Anemones. However, some
colors are dyed onto the anemone, rather than occurring naturally. Naturally
occurring colors include white, pink, red, cream, yellow, and tan. These
anemones are often dyed yellow and pink. When the base and tentacles are
different colors it indicates natural coloring. Some Sebae Anemones may take
on greenish hues when viewed under actinic lighting. Often, the tips of the
Sebae Anemone's tentacles are magenta in color, but some specimens have
yellow-green tentacle tips. Sebae Anemones that are tan in color seem to
live longer than other specimens, particularly white ones. It is believed
that white Sebae Anemones may have lost most of the symbiotic algae that
provides food for them, and many claim that white specimens do not live long
and may not thrive.

They are generally not long lived in captivity, and many people
contend that despite their relative abundance in the pet trade, these
anemones may not be the best choice for a beginning marine aquarist. The
widespread disputes over the characteristics and ease of care of Sebae
Anemones may be exacerbated by the application of the common name Sebae
Anemone to multiple anemone species.


Specific Care Information: Relative Care Ease: Average
Bright lighting is preferred for Sebae Anemones. Temperatures between
72 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit (23 to 26 degrees Celsius) and a specific
gravity of at least 1.023 are generally acceptable. The pH value should be
8.3 or 8.4. Sebae Anemones can do well on a sandy substrate or rock where
they will secure themselves in the crevices. These anemones often do not do
well in an aquarium containing other anemones, and the Carpet Anemone in
particular has been reported to release a toxin unhealthy for Sebae
Anemones. Sebae Anemones may be used as hosts for some Clown Fish, some
Damsel Fish, and some shrimp. As with all anemones, if your anemone is doing
well and appears healthy, do not feed it. Feeding is only necessary if the
anemone is not getting enough food naturally. If your anemone is gradually
getting smaller, you may offer it small pieces of food. Anemones may glean
food from the water flowing over them and photosynthesis. Some people
recommend feeding solid foods about once each week. Fresh fish, crustaceans,
clams, and shrimp can be offered.



"Mort" wrote in message
y.com...
I posted a couple more pics. Honestly, I cant tell if it is upside down
or
not... =\ TIA

~Mort

y.com



"Mort" wrote in message
y.com...
Can anemones be upside down?

I ask because this morning when I turned the lights on I discovered that
it
moved all the way across the tank.

I've only had it for a couple of days so I am sure it is trying to find
a
place where it ill be happy. It's a Sabae Anemone.
Anyway, when the lights came on it "looked" like it was upside down.
Is there a "top" and "bottom" to these things or can their foot move
from
either place?
Also, if it IS upside down, can it right itself?

TIA

~Mort

A pic can be seen here...

y.com

Ooops! excuse me I errored
I forgot YMMV in my last post.



JR,