Why are BTA’s so expensive?

[Eye H8 Empty V]

So I’m getting back in the game after a 12 year hiatus. Back then Anemones we’re pretty inexpensive with exception to the crazy blue and green carpets. I saw 2 BTA’s for sale on here for $1800/ea. Is this normal? If I’m interested in buying one what is a reasonable price? No offense to anyone who has paid $1800 for a BTA.

Thanks!

 

[tankstudy]

Your probably looking at the most sought after btas.

The normal rose and rainbows btas are still about the same price as 10 years ago when I started the hobby.

 

[seattlefishboy]

I have several 5 inch Sherman's available for $110

 

[Euphyllia97]

Probably checking out a very rare type. I would say Normal price is around $40-$50 depending on the color and size. (RBTA/GBTA)

 

[Dev795]

Not so sure? I just picked up a green bubble tip for about $40
I won’t pay more then $50 for anything but I’m also a newbie only been doing this for 1 year

 

[WallyB]

Just joking here.......I hope they now cost $1800, since I got this BTA last year for around $150-$175.

It just split two days ago and I now have two. (not joking about the Split)

And neither of my Two Clowns will get near it.

IN that Tank One Clown Hosts The HAIRY Mushroom Patch.

The Other Clown THE PALY PATCH.

And the two Picasso Clowns in my Future Frag Tank CHOSE SOMETHING DIFFERENT.

 

[Sisterlimonpot]

Well there are some BTAs that split like crazy and they go for a decent price. Others may take years to split and they're a bit more rare.

Although I will say that the prices are a bit high, I find that anemones fall closely to true supply and demand.