Aptashia question

tvukan

Member
I have aptashia in my tank before today I didn't know what it was. My LFS informed me I need to get it out of there. Problem is I'm starting up a new tank and wanted to use all my live rock and crushed corral due to all the pods I have in my tank. What are your suggestions?
Thanks
 

bang guy

Moderator
If it were me I would first try Peppermint Shrimp from the Caribbean (That's what they sell here ---> https://www.saltwaterfish.com/search.asp?keyword=peppermint&search.x=0&search.y=0 )
If after a month you don't see improvement then I would try using a baster with boiling water and cook them. That will probably not get all of them.
The next tool I would use is a paste made from finely minced fish, Calcium hydroxide (Lime), and water. It should be mixed with fresh water to have the consistency just slightly thinner than tooth paste. Use a baster to drop small dabs of it in the Anemone for it to eat. This usually works but do not do a lot all at once because the Calcium hydroxide will affect your levels of Alkalinity and Calcium. Do not touch the paste with your fingers.
 
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