Adding in a Blue Carpet Anemone.

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Before any flaming begins. Most of you know I have a stable system that has been up nearly 2 years in August with no problems. Before all the "your tank is too small" stuff begins, don't worry... You know I wouldn't keep an animal in my tank if I can't meet the requirements of keeping one. I am going to upgrade my tank this summer while I have a few days off. Plans to build a 50-60g cube are in the makes. So, this IS temporary. Also, my BTA will be removed to make room for the new one. I have the right side of my tank dedicated for the carpet anemone. Sure I may have to give up a couple corals... but I think it will be worth it. Or if someone feels like borrowing a couple corals for a couple weeks or so, just PM me if you'd be ok with that.

Ok, now for the questions.. I have began to read like a mad man on carpets. I don't plan on getting the anemone until next week. That's good, this gives me time to read, read , and read, and plan, plan, plan. Here's the plan so far... it's supposed to be dropped off next week by Monday (or whatever..) , I have these days off work. So, if I make room for the anemone the night before or whatever, acclimate him , etc.. etc... at least I will be able to dedicate a couple days to monitor the anemone. I figure this is a decent plan as compared to plopping him in and not being able to observe him. This way, if he moves... I can start moving corals around and what not. This is not a huge concern for me as I will be able to move things around until he settles in. I really don't care if I ruin my aquascape and coral placement because I plan on upgrading soon anyways. The only reason I am taknig him now is because well, the opportunity has arrised and I'll take advantage of this.

I just wanted to hear some personal carpet experience. Where does yours prefer to place it's foot? What kind of lighting do they like? I am assuming the more light the better. Flow? , how do you handle your carpet? Would wearing latex gloves make a difference when handling them? I have a fear that it will stick on to me and not let go without damaging the anemone. I am trying to reduce all of these risks. Any feedback is great right now as I want to read as much as possible on carpets before I receive it.

Just to those who don't know, check my sig. for tank info. I don't want anyone thinking I'm being careless and tossing in a carpet into a small system long-term. The anemone is currently already in a 20g with lots of space, therefore.. it should fit in well. Whatever my next tank size ends up being, I will make sure that the equipment I have now will keep the anemone alive (lighting) [250w HQI] .

Thansk in advance, hopefully you carpet lovers can help me out in the next few days