bubble tip ok?

[mbrands]

I just upgraded the lighting in my 55 to 2x65w PCs and 2x65 actinic 03s. Now that the lighting is "reef ready" I'd like to get something that will likely host my 2 clowns.
Is the lighting I have adequate for a bubble tip anemone? If not, does anyone have another suggestion (anemone or soft coral)?
Also, what type of gloves are needed to safely handle most anemones? Are simple latex gloves ok?
Thank you!!

 

[viper_930]

Yup, a BTA would do well with that lighting. I don't know about the gloves though, I've never used gloves, just my bare hands. BTA's are not aggressive.

 

[thomas712]

BTA would be fine. I've used the latex gloves before, just look for the gloves without the powder inside.

 

[mbrands]

Originally posted by Thomas712
the gloves without the powder inside.
I hadn't even though of that! Thanks Thomas!!
I'm excited now. I found a rose bulb anemone for a good price and it looks beautiful!
Thank you both for the feedback!

 

[mbrands]

One more question . . .
As Viper indicated in the above posting, "BTA's are not aggressive". Does anyone think I would have issues adding soft corals later? I thought it would be best to add the anemone first to determine its favorite location. After that, I thought I'd add corals to other parts of the tank.

 

[thomas712]

I swear I just posted this the other day, or something like it but here goes again.
My BTA's have walked over my brown star polyps, xenia, and even spent a few days with (and I mean parked right against) my frogspawn and sarc. leather. Never hurt a thing.
Go for it.
(disclaimer) Your results may vary.
Thomas

 

[mbrands]

Thomas - I apologize that you had to post the same information again, but I swear I hadn't read it before.
Thanks again! I realize that each anemone may act differently, but its nice to hear from someone who has experience keeping them.