Reef Discussion

[Dr. Schell]

I always try to err on the side of caution. the primary issue with Majano anemones is that they have the ability to reproduce quickly and have a potent sting. This poses a risk (primarily) to sessile invertebrates (corals) as the majano anemones take up space and sting the corals. If you dont have corals, the majanos are not an issue and are fantastic to keep in a fish only aquarium as that are very tough, quite beatiful and easily kept. I mention that their primary means of reproduction is pedal laceration and fission. However, is a specimen is damaged (ie. by a rock falling on it, or a fish eating it) and a small piece of it is taken into another tank via the common plumming, the species may establish. This is a potential risk. I DO like majano anemones, but they are a top stinger and have the ability to out-compete more desirable corals/anemones.

 

[VaultBoy]

I didn't think of pieces being sucked into the other tank... I llke them also but I dont like the risk! Thanks for the info

 

[Dr. Schell]

Anytime