Green Bubble Tip Anemone

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The Green Bubble Tip Anemone is one of the most popular host anemones in the marine aquarium hobby, known for its vibrant green coloration and distinctive bubble-shaped tentacles. A fantastic centrepiece for established reef aquariums, it can also form a natural hosting relationship with several clownfish species.

Bubble Tip Anemones are relatively hardy compared with many other host anemones, but they still require a mature, stable aquarium with strong lighting and good water movement. Their tentacles can sting nearby corals, so provide plenty of room for growth and movement.

Quick Care Guide

• Scientific Name: Entacmaea quadricolor
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Lighting: Moderate to high
• Flow: Moderate, varied flow
• Placement: Rockwork with a secure crevice
• Temperature: 24–27°C
• Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
• Diet: Marine-based meaty foods and quality reef nutrition
• Tank Maturity: Mature, stable reef aquarium
• Minimum Aquarium: 150L+ recommended
• Compatibility: Reef compatible, but can sting nearby corals
• Propagation: Can reproduce by splitting

FAQ

Will clownfish host in a Green Bubble Tip Anemone?

Yes. Bubble Tip Anemones commonly host clownfish and can provide a natural symbiotic relationship.

Does it need strong lighting?

It requires moderate to high-quality reef lighting to maintain its health and coloration.

Will a Bubble Tip Anemone move?

Yes. It may move around the aquarium while searching for its preferred combination of light, flow and rockwork.

Can it sting corals?

Yes. Keep adequate space between the anemone and nearby corals, as its tentacles can cause significant damage.

Common Mistakes

Adding it to a new aquarium

Wait until the aquarium is mature and parameters are stable before introducing an anemone.

Not protecting pumps

A wandering anemone can be drawn into powerheads and become severely damaged. Use appropriate guards.

Constantly moving the anemone

Allow it to choose its own location rather than repeatedly repositioning it.

Keeping it too close to corals

Give it plenty of room because it can sting neighbouring corals.

Unstable water parameters

Avoid large fluctuations in salinity, temperature and other key parameters.