Anemone identification request

Discussion in 'ID This!' started by Arcain41, Jan 19, 2009.

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  1. Arcain41

    Arcain41 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    We bought some live rock at a great price. The guy had some anemonies growing well. Can anyone help us identify. They are very large...softball size at least. They have a very unique white star shaping around their mouth. The base is a brilliant pinkish purple. The tentacles are very long and sometimes resemble a bubble tip. Thank You.
     

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  2. cannedmulder

    cannedmulder Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    I think it looks like a long tenticle... Has it opened all the way?
     
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  3. Daniel072

    Daniel072 Giant Squid

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    bubble anemone
     
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  4. ZachB

    ZachB Giant Squid

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    Second that. Nice anemone.
     
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  5. Arcain41

    Arcain41 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Yes. It is very beautiful. I was worried it might be a tulip anemone. I cant find any pictures or any info of them getting this big though. This is a big relief. We are watching it split into a second anemone.
     
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  6. Arcain41

    Arcain41 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    heres some other photos

    I trust your opinion. I got some other angles.
     

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  7. Arcain41

    Arcain41 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I know its been a while on this, but we have a TON of these anemones. They divide and spread. Has anyone ever had this happen? Im still wondering if there is an exact well-agreed upon ID also.
     
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