Aiptasia has TAKEN OVER!

Discussion in 'Diseases' started by aquariaman, Apr 8, 2012.

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  1. ZC42

    ZC42 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    I'm kinda happy I accidentally cured my LR now...
     
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  3. sticksmith23

    sticksmith23 Giant Squid

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    Berghia Nudibranchs is your best bet. They are cheap as well lol. I do have a peppermint shrimp that is eating aptasia's as well, so I can't speak for all of them, but that is another cheap way to go.
     
  4. aquariaman

    aquariaman Pajama Cardinal

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    Hmmm. Alright, so how many of these nudibranches do i need to keep my tank totally aiptasia free? And also, where can i get them at a reasonable price?
     
  5. cosmo

    cosmo Giant Squid

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    lol, from that link ash gave ya. The site says 6 of them, but I'd get less as it seems like they'll breed pretty quick. That is if your patient, if not, get the 6!;)

    Just remember they ONLY eat aiptasia, so once its gone, they'll die. I'd get a LFS or another member on here on board to start taking them as the tank dwindles down on their food.
     
  6. aquariaman

    aquariaman Pajama Cardinal

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    Cool! I will get a couple of these and a couple peppermint shrimp. Do you think i should also get a baby copperband or do you think that the shrimp and nudibranches with cover the job?