Ultra Color Tube Anemone (Cerianthus sp.) Care Guide:
The Ultra Color Tube Anemone is a stunning, long-lived marine invertebrate known for its vibrant, flowing tentacles and unique tube-dwelling behavior. Native to sandy or soft substrates in tropical oceans, it thrives in mature, stable reef aquariums with a deep sand bed (at least 4–6 inches) to allow full tube burrowing. Ideal water parameters include temperatures of 75–82°F (24–28°C), pH 8.1–8.4, salinity of 1.023–1.025, and low to moderate flow. Ultra Color Tube Anemones are carnivorous, feeding on meaty foods like mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and finely chopped seafood several times per week. They are generally peaceful but should be placed away from stinging corals and aggressive tankmates, as their delicate tentacles can be damaged. Minimal disturbance and stable water conditions are crucial for their long-term health and vivid coloration.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cerianthus sp. |
| Common Name | Ultra Color Tube Anemone |
| Origin | Tropical oceans, sandy or soft substrates |
| Size | Up to 12 inches (30 cm) tentacle span; tube depth 6–12 inches (15–30 cm) |
| Tank Size | Minimum 30 gallons with deep sand bed |
| Temperature | 75–82°F (24–28°C) |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| Salinity | 1.023–1.025 specific gravity |
| Diet | Carnivorous – mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, chopped seafood |
| Temperament | Peaceful, non-aggressive |
| Tank Setup | Deep sand bed, low-moderate flow, avoid stinging corals |
| Lifespan | 5–10+ years |
| Compatibility | Peaceful reef fish, small invertebrates |