XL Orange Tip Bubble Tip Anemone

The XL Orange Tip Bubble Tip Anemone (Entacmaea quadricolor) is a magnificent marine anemone prized for its lush green coloration, delicate orange-tipped tentacles, and impressive, full-bodied appearance.

This exceptional specimen features an extraordinary abundance of elongated, flowing tentacles in brilliant emerald green, vivid lime, and subtle blue-green tones. Each tentacle is accented with a small, warm orange or golden-peach tip, creating a beautiful contrast against the predominantly green body.

The tentacles form dense, overlapping clusters that give the anemone a richly textured, almost cascading appearance. Their graceful curves and varied lengths create a sense of movement, while the numerous orange tips add hundreds of tiny points of contrasting color.

The specimen's expansive tentacle coverage and multiple rounded areas of growth produce an especially impressive display. Its lush green coloration and delicate orange highlights make it an attractive centerpiece for an established reef aquarium.

Native to tropical Indo-Pacific waters, Entacmaea quadricolor inhabits coral reefs and rocky reef-associated environments. It typically anchors its pedal disc securely within protected rock crevices while extending its tentacles into the surrounding water.

This photosynthetic species maintains a symbiotic relationship with microscopic dinoflagellates living within its tissues. These organisms provide an important source of energy through photosynthesis, while the anemone supplements its nutrition by capturing small marine prey.

Bubble Tip Anemones are also natural hosts for several clownfish species, offering shelter among their stinging tentacles for compatible fish.

The XL Orange Tip Bubble Tip Anemone combines spectacular green coloration, contrasting orange tips, and an impressive expanded appearance, making it a standout addition to a mature marine aquarium.

This WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) specimen has been individually photographed, allowing you to purchase the exact anemone pictured.

Care Guide

Additional Care Notes

Aquarium Environment: The XL Orange Tip Bubble Tip Anemone is best maintained in a mature, established marine aquarium with stable water chemistry, appropriate lighting, and consistent circulation. Because this is an XL specimen, additional space should be provided for expansion and possible movement.

Placement and Attachment: Entacmaea quadricolor naturally anchors its pedal disc within rocky crevices, extending its tentacles into the surrounding water. Provide secure rockwork with protected attachment locations. Avoid placing the anemone directly against neighboring corals, as it may move before establishing a preferred position.

Lighting and Water Flow: This photosynthetic species benefits from moderate to high reef lighting, introduced gradually to prevent light stress. Moderate, indirect water movement should allow the tentacles to sway naturally without continuously folding or displacing the oral disc.

Feeding and Nutrition: Symbiotic dinoflagellates supply an important portion of the anemone's energy requirements through photosynthesis. Occasional supplemental feeding with small portions of thawed mysis shrimp, finely chopped marine shrimp, or other appropriately sized marine foods can provide additional nutrition. Avoid oversized food items and excessive feeding.

Compatibility: Bubble Tip Anemones possess stinging tentacles capable of damaging neighboring corals and other sessile invertebrates. An XL specimen requires additional separation from surrounding livestock. Compatible clownfish may establish a hosting relationship, although individual behavior varies.

Clownfish Associations: Entacmaea quadricolor naturally hosts several clownfish species, including Maroon Clownfish (Amphiprion biaculeatus), Tomato Clownfish (Amphiprion frenatus), and Clark's Clownfish (Amphiprion clarkii). Captive-bred clownfish of other species may also adopt Bubble Tip Anemones, although hosting is not guaranteed.

Handling and Safety: Avoid unnecessary handling and never forcibly detach an attached anemone from its substrate. Damage to the pedal disc can compromise its health. Protect powerhead and wavemaker intakes, particularly during acclimation when the anemone may relocate.

Long-Term Care: Healthy specimens generally maintain secure attachment, regular tentacle expansion, and normal feeding responses. Bubble Tip Anemones may reproduce asexually through division under suitable conditions. The appearance of bubble-shaped tips can vary naturally, and elongated tentacles do not necessarily indicate poor health. Persistent deflation, tissue deterioration, prolonged mouth gaping, or loss of attachment may indicate stress.