Sea Squirts by LiveAquaria
Sea Squirts make an unusual addition to the well-established reef aquarium. The body of the sea squirt is smooth with two openings, one for intake and one for exhaust. These tunicates are solitary animals that constantly filter the water for small phytoplankton and particulate organics.
The sea squirt requires a strong current and excellent water conditions. Place sea squirts in between the rockwork in the reef aquarium and they will quickly attach to their new home.
All sea squirts will require supplemental feeding with liquid plankton and other dissolved organic foods, as well as benefiting from the addition of iodine and trace elements.
Specifications
| Size | 1-1/2″ to 3″ |
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FAQ
What kind of water conditions do sea squirts need?
Sea squirts require strong water current and excellent water quality, including stable parameters for pH, salinity, and temperature.
How should I position the sea squirt in my aquarium?
Place sea squirts between rockwork to provide a strong current and allow them to attach securely to surfaces.
Do sea squirts need to be fed?
Yes, sea squirts require supplemental feeding with liquid plankton and other dissolved organic foods.
Carolyn Dyer –
Added a sea squirt to my reef tank and it attached quickly to the rockwork. It’s been filtering water well and doesn’t seem to disturb the ecosystem. I feed it liquid plankton weekly and it’s thriving.
Gavin Hart –
The sea squirt looks unique and fits well in the tank. I noticed it filtering water consistently. I had to supplement with plankton, but it’s worth the effort.
Claire Davidson –
Great addition to my aquarium. It stays in one place and doesn’t move around. The water clarity has improved slightly since adding it.