Rock Flower Anemone (Phymanthus crucifer)
Invertebrate in the family Actiniidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Diet and feeding
Carnivorous; feeds on small fish, crustaceans, and zooplankton. Benefits from regular target feeding of meaty foods like chopped shrimp or fish.
Origin and habitat
Western Atlantic, including the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico, typically in shallow coral reef environments.
Keeper notes
• Minimum 20 gallon tank with stable water parameters • Prefers moderate lighting (PAR 50–150) and moderate water flow • Temperature range 72–78 °F with pH 8.1–8.3 and salinity 1.023–1.026 • Can sting nearby corals; provide adequate space or use chemical barriers • Feeds on small fish, crustaceans, and meaty foods (silversides, mysis shrimp)
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