Should I be concerned?

mrcoffee2 · May 4, 2016

Recently my BTA has decided to move. It's new spot is 1 inch from my favia.

My Favia in the past couple days has started to get very bumpy... Specifically in the neon green centers; Also some of the mouths are opened, but all over it there are very noticeable tiny bumps. Is this a sign that my favia is bothered?

dbl · May 4, 2016

My guess is your favia's new neighbor is bothering it. Or if it hasn't yet, it will. I have a rouge BTA that is causing real havoc. If you can move the favia, I would recommend doing so. Or maybe you'll be luckier than me and can move the BTA.

mrcoffee2 · May 5, 2016

Just my luck

Both on same rock. Any suggestions for coaxing the anenome? I mean if I have to take this rock out and smash it I will, I love my favia that much

Joel B in FL · May 5, 2016

I do not have a BTA but have read online that sometimes if you take a powerhead and point some flow at them they will move on their own. I saw a YouTube video, cannot remember where maybe me saltwater tv, that said it was the best method for trying to get one to turn loose of a rock if you were trying to remove it from your tank.

McMullen · May 5, 2016

Ah! This is the plight of anemones and coral! I love the relationship of clowns and nems, but lost multiple coral because of my BTA splitting. Perhaps a clown Harem tank!!! If you've not seen one, there majestic!

Oh and second the powerhead!