{"id":26074,"date":"2026-02-07T18:47:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T18:47:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/shop\/sem%20categoria\/sand-anemone-heteractis-malu\/"},"modified":"2026-03-23T22:27:26","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T22:27:26","slug":"sand-anemone-heteractis-malu","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/shop\/inverts\/anemone\/sand-anemone-heteractis-malu\/","title":{"rendered":"Sand Anemone <br> (<em>Heteractis malu<\/em>)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Yellow Milky Malu Anemone: A Radiant Centerpiece for Your Reef<\/h2>\n<p><em>Bring captivating beauty to your marine aquarium with the stunning Yellow Milky Malu Anemone. Its vibrant hue and dynamic presence will instantly become a focal point, drawing all eyes to your aquatic display.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Malu Anemone (*Heteractis malu*) is a visually striking marine invertebrate known for its broad, fleshy body and abundant, often short, sticky tentacles. This &#8220;Yellow Milky&#8221; variant showcases a beautiful creamy yellow coloration, making it a unique addition. While primarily sedentary once settled, it can slowly move to find ideal lighting and flow conditions. It famously forms symbiotic relationships, often hosting various clownfish species, providing a fascinating natural spectacle in your tank.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Care Level<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Considered a difficult species, the Malu Anemone is best suited for experienced aquarists with established reef systems. It exhibits an aggressive temperament and possesses a potent sting, requiring careful placement away from other sessile invertebrates and slow-moving fish. Proper acclimation and stable water parameters are crucial for its long-term health and success in your aquarium.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Essentials<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A mature marine aquarium of at least 300 litres is recommended to provide ample space and stability for your Malu Anemone. It requires strong, high-intensity lighting (PAR 450+) to support its symbiotic zooxanthellae algae, along with moderate water flow. Provide a deep sand bed (at least 20 cm) or a secure rock crevice where it can bury its foot and anchor itself comfortably.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Diet<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Primarily photosynthetic, the Malu Anemone gains significant nutrition from its internal zooxanthellae. Supplement its diet two to three times weekly with small, meaty marine foods such as chopped shrimp, fish, or mussels, directly offered to its tentacles.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Buy From Us<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you buy Malu Anemone online from Corais de Vidro, you receive healthy marine invertebrates meticulously quarantined and conditioned for optimal vitality. We are committed to responsible sourcing and humane shipping practices, ensuring your new anemone arrives in prime condition, ready to thrive in your aquatic environment.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Scientific Name:<\/strong> Heteractis malu<\/li>\n<li><strong>Common Name \/ Variant:<\/strong> Malu Anemone \/ Yellow Milky<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maximum Size:<\/strong> 38 cm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Indo-Pacific<\/li>\n<li><strong>pH Range:<\/strong> 8.1\u20138.4<\/li>\n<li><strong>Temperature:<\/strong> 24\u201327\u00b0C<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifespan:<\/strong> 5\u201310 years<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swimming Zone:<\/strong> Bottom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Add this captivating Yellow Milky Malu Anemone to your reef aquarium today!<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yellow Milky Malu Anemone: A Radiant Centerpiece for Your Reef Bring captivating beauty to your marine aquarium with the stunning [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":12246,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[60,37],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-26074","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-anemone","7":"product_cat-inverts","9":"first","10":"outofstock","11":"taxable","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-variable"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/26074","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26074"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12246"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26074"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=26074"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=26074"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=26074"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}