What is this?

[kjr_trig]

Some sort of anemone I gather, it was a hitchhiker that was on the LR I bought for my 25 that has been up for 2 months. It must be rather hardy as I don't have very good lighting in there (30 total watts in a 25 gallon). Any info appreciated.
First pic was 2 months ago, the second is today, while I was on vacation it split into 2.

 

[mx#28]

It's an Anemonia sp. (likely majano) pest anemone.

 

[kjr_trig]

Originally Posted by MX#28
http:///forum/post/2812619
It's an Anemonia sp. (likely majano) pest anemone.
Ahh, just doing a quick search for info, sounds like I should probably try to get rid of them before they spread and attack the other corals huh?

 

[aquaknight]

Yep, unfortunately a pest. Majano's don't spread as fast as aiptasia, but definitely can lead to an infestation if left untreated. They do look fairly interesting as they grow, but far to much of a hassle in a reef tank.

 

[kjr_trig]

Originally Posted by AquaKnight
http:///forum/post/2812760
Yep, unfortunately a pest. Majano's don't spread as fast as aiptasia, but definitely can lead to an infestation if left untreated. They do look fairly interesting as they grow, but far to much of a hassle in a reef tank.
Thanks AK....Boil the piece of LR? Will that do it?

 

[mr_x]

it will, but you'll have to re-cycle the rock. just mix up some kalk paste and put it right in their mouths...or pull the rock and cover them with kalk powder or inject them with vinegar.