Colorado Sunburst Bubble Tip Anemone

The Colorado Sunburst Anemone is a rare and highly sought-after color morph of the Bubble Tip Anemone. Known for its vibrant coloration and relatively easy care level, it is an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced reef keepers.

Compared to other anemones, it is more stable in placement and tends to anchor securely to rock structures, making it easier to manage in reef aquariums.

Behavior & Compatibility

• Hosts many clownfish species:
  • Ocellaris
  • Percula
  • Maroon
  • Gold Maroon
• Clownfish help feed and acclimate the anemone faster
• Do NOT keep with other Bubble Tip Anemones (chemical warfare risk)

Placement Tips

• Place in a rock crevice, not on sand
• Turn off flow during placement
• Allow it to attach before restoring flow
• Keep 3–5 inches distance from corals
• Be ready to move corals if it relocates

⚠️ Never forcefully move it once attached — this can tear the foot and lead to death.

Feeding

• Feed 2–3 times per week
• Suitable foods:
  • Shrimp
  • Squid
  • Silversides
• Use a feeding stick and gently touch food to tentacles

Lighting & Flow

• Lighting: Moderate to High (PAR 220–350)
• Spectrum: 14K–20K recommended
• Flow: Moderate

Compatible lighting:

• LED
• T5
• Metal Halide

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 75–80°F (24–27°C)
• Salinity: 1.024–1.026
• pH: 8.1–8.4

Key Elements:

• Calcium: 420–440 ppm
• Alkalinity: 8–9.5 dKH
• Magnesium: 1260–1350 ppm

Nutrients:

• Nitrates: <10 ppm
• Phosphates: <0.10 ppm

Maintenance Tips

• Perform water changes if nitrates exceed 10 ppm
• Replace phosphate media when levels rise
• Use dosing pumps to maintain stable parameters
• Avoid sudden parameter changes

Handling Safety

• Always wear gloves
• Do NOT use tools or tongs
• Support the anemone from underneath

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Easy
• Flow: Moderate
• Lighting: Medium–High
• Aggression: High
• Origin: Indo-Pacific