Bubble Tip Anemone Entacmaea Quadricolor

Purple Base Green Bubble Anemone (Entacmaea Quadricolor)

$65.61

The Purple Base Green Bubble Anemone (Entacmaea quadricolor) is a stunning marine invertebrate displaying vibrant green bulbous tentacles paired with a striking purple base. Native to the Indo-Pacific, this photosynthetic carnivore makes an iconic centerpiece for mature saltwater reef aquariums.

Bubble Tip Anemones are celebrated for their natural ability to host popular clownfish species, including Ocellaris, Percula, and Maroon Clownfish. As a WYSIWYG specimen, the exact individual shown in the photos is the specific anemone provided.

Key Features

Scientific Name	Entacmaea quadricolor
Common Name	Purple Base Green Bubble Anemone
Other Common Names	Bubble Tip Anemone, BTA
Origin	Indo-Pacific
Max Size	30.5+ cm
Temperament	Semi-Aggressive
Diet	Photosynthetic Carnivore
Care Level	Moderate
Minimum Tank Size	113.6–189.3+ L
Reef Compatibility	With Caution

Highlights

Scientific Name: Entacmaea quadricolor
Common Name: Purple Base Green Bubble Anemone
Other Common Names: Bubble Tip Anemone, BTA
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Max Size: 12+ inches
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Diet: Photosynthetic Carnivore
Care Level: Moderate
Minimum Tank Size: 30–50+ Gallons
Reef Compatibility: With Caution

Materials & care

Diet: Photosynthetic carnivore. Much of its energy is provided by symbiotic zooxanthellae, but supplemental feeding is beneficial.
Feeding: Target-feed small portions of marine shrimp, clam, squid, or chopped fish approximately 2–3 times per week.
Lighting & Flow: Moderate to high-intensity reef lighting with moderate water flow.
Placement: Bubble Tip Anemones typically attach their foot deep within rockwork and may move until they find their preferred combination of light and flow. Powerheads and filter intakes should be guarded.
Reef Compatibility: Reef safe with caution. Anemones can sting nearby corals and other sessile invertebrates, so adequate space should be provided.
Propagation: Healthy, established Bubble Tip Anemones may reproduce asexually through splitting.

Compatibility

Reef safe with caution. Can sting adjacent corals and sessile invertebrates. Naturally compatible with clownfish species such as Ocellaris, Percula, and Maroon Clownfish. Powerhead and filter intakes must be guarded to prevent injury as it moves.

Frequently asked questions

What clownfish species will this Bubble Tip Anemone host?

Entacmaea quadricolor commonly hosts various clownfish species, including Ocellaris, Percula, and Maroon Clownfish.

What are the feeding requirements for this anemone?

While it gains energy through photosynthetic zooxanthellae, it benefits from target-feeding small portions of marine shrimp, clam, squid, or chopped fish 2 to 3 times per week.

What lighting and water flow conditions are recommended?

This anemone requires moderate to high-intensity reef lighting combined with moderate water flow in a stable, mature aquarium.

Is this anemone safe for reef aquariums?

It is reef safe with caution, as it can wander to find optimal conditions and potentially sting nearby corals or sessile invertebrates.

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