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Old 05-23-2005, 10:18 AM   #148 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Warnberg
Cheeks, when I put him in the tank he looked the same way and yes he was very sticky. I am feeding him at least every other day at this point should I feed more or is this too much?
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The fact that it's still sticky is a good sign, feeding every other day IMO would be too much, 2 to 3 times a week should suffice until he gets some color then once a week with good lighting will be all they need.

Here's a quote from Robert Fenner:

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Underfeed, underfeed, don't feed! Underfeed, underfeed, don't feed! Most losses in captive systems are the result of over-feeding. How many more times do I feel I need to write this? Bunches! Some anemones have been kept for YEARS without any intentional external feeding. Know your stock! Many anemones (especially larger species) are detritivorous (a polite term meaning they eat poop), planktivorous, and largely chemoautotrophic/photosynthesizing species/individuals that hobbyists try to over-stuff with meaty/prepared foods. My bid for largest cause of loss of anemones is the consequences (lack of oxygen, hydrogen and other sulfide production...) from over-feeding. Cut it out! Within normal temperatures and other conditions, most can and do do well on weekly feedings. If you're going on vacation, leave them alone.
http://www.wetwebmedia.com/anempt2.htm

Here's another good read from Anthony Calfo:

The Tragedy of Artificially Colored Live Corals
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