The Curlique Anemone (Bartholomea annulata), also known as the Trumpet or Rock Anemone, is a member of the Aiptasiidae family. They are found in the Mediteranean, and Eastern Atlantic Ocean, most common from Plymouth to the Gulf of Guinea. The body is opague amber with yellowish-white spots. The tentacles turn a brown to brown/violet as they go away from the body, are translucent and have spots.
The Curlique Anemone is normally found singly, but in quiet, shallow water, they may reproduce by cross division and form colonies in the summer. They prefer to live hidden in rock crevices and under stone overhangs. Be sure to supply these in the aquarium.
The Curlique Anemone is a carnivore, and will consume fish, mussels and crustacean meat. Offer a high quality frozen carnivore preparation, as well as fresh, chopped fish. Iodine, and trace elements should also be added to the tank for the Curlique Anemone to thrive.