RBT Anemones (1 Viewer)

[Rkcreacy]

I have an anemone that split 4 times and they are all on one rock. Is there anyway to get an anemone off the rock without damaging its foot?

 

[PicassoClown]

I have an anemone that split 4 times and they are all on one rock. Is there anyway to get an anemone off the rock without damaging its foot?

You can point a powerhead at them and wait for them to let go, or use an old credit/ gift card to peel it from the rock. Even your fingernail will work. If you’re not in a rush, I suggest the powerhead trick, it’s less risky/likely to hurt the nem

 

[Rkcreacy]

I appreciate the info. I’ll give it a try

 

[Reefahholic]

Bubble tips are the worse. You’re best bet is to let the climb on the glass. I like using a butter knife or similar tool to get their foot off rocks. Ask @webster1234 he has a whole tank full of them and sells them frequently.

 

[PorpoiseHork]

If you have good access to the foot and it's not set into a hole then get a paint brush like this one. Start on one edge of the foot and gently brush lengthwise against the foot where it's attached. This will cause the nem to start to release after a little bit. As it releases keep working on it until it lets go. It may take a few minutes to get it loose but the nem will eventually let go on its own and no risk of damage at all.

This trick will also work if part of the foot is buried in a hole, but you'll need to also point a powerhead at it after the rest is loose to get it to let go the rest of the way.

 

[Rkcreacy]

Thanks for all the info. I’ll give it a try

 

[Stickboy97]

I usually rub ice on the foot & use an old credit card to peel it up. The ice will irritate it a little bit & the edge of the CC keeps you from damaging the foot. Just go slow.