Aurora anemone
Entacmaea aurora
InvertebrateMarine
Entacmaea aurora is a solitary anemone of the family Actiniidae. Its diameter can reach 15 cm. It has short, thick tentacles, often with colored tips. It lives attached to rocks or in sand. It can move slowly. It sometimes hosts clownfish.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 10 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.05 |
Care
Difficulty3/5
Dietcarnivore
Min. tank100 L
Min. group1
Adult size15 cm
Lifespan5 ans
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Care notes
Requires a stable reef aquarium with moderate to intense lighting. Salinity 1.023-1.025, temperature 24-28°C. Diet: small pieces of fish, shrimp, brine shrimp. Avoid strong currents. Beware of other anemones as it can be aggressive.