Anemone Removal HELP !!

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  1. techno2

    techno2 Stylophora

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    I read a few post about toxin from dying anemones. Is this for all types?
    I have had a dying anemoe for 3 months now and is really just a shivled mess about the size of a dime.

    After reading posts about dying anemones toxin killing off the tank, I got nervose and tryed to remove it, but boy is it still stuck to the rock. I know it's alive cause it move every once in awhile.

    Any help on how to remove it ? Should I ?


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  2. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    The worries tend to come from large anemones that die. They turn into a pile of mush/particles. An anemone the size of a dime isn't "too big" of a worry.
     
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  3. techno2

    techno2 Stylophora

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    Whew,
    I will let be for now.


    Thanks
     
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  4. PackLeader

    PackLeader Giant Squid

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    I'm wondering if maybe your thread is referring to my posts? My anemone was about the size of a baseball, so yeah, it was a big one. Also, before it went, it wouldnt stay attached to anything, so I wouldnt worry too much unless that starts to happen.
    Listen to mission, he's wise. ;)
     
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  5. PharmrJohn

    PharmrJohn The Dude

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    Yeah, but he likes the Chargers.......
     
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  6. Tangster

    Tangster 3reef Sponsor

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    If you have an anemone that will not let loose I either use a knife to cut the pedestal base from the rock or a Ice Cube on that area will cause then the let go of the foot hold.. Anemones do not belong in a community reef tank .
     
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  7. rmelvin23

    rmelvin23 Skunk Shrimp

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    I like the icecube method. I am waiting for the time I get to use it.;D
     
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  8. Phayes

    Phayes Aiptasia Anemone

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    Direct a strong powerhead directly at it and give it 5-10 minutes, he/she will let loose.
     
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