Pizza Carpet Anemone (Stichodactyla haddoni)

Scientific Name: Stichodactyla haddoni

Common Name: Pizza Carpet Anemone

Care Level: Intermediate

Lighting: Moderate to High

Flow: Low to Moderate

Temperament: Semi-aggressive

Description

The Pizza Carpet Anemone is a bold and beautiful addition to any reef aquarium, known for its large, disc-like shape and vibrant coloration that resembles a freshly baked pizza. Native to sandy lagoons and reef flats, this species thrives in stable, mature systems with ample substrate for burrowing.

Why Choose Our Aquacultured Pizza Carpet Anemones?

• Ethically sourced and aquacultured to reduce impact on wild populations
• Vibrant coloration ranging from golden browns to fiery reds
• Compatible with select clownfish species for natural hosting behavior
• Fully acclimated to captive conditions for easier integration

Care Tips

Provide a deep sand bed and stable water parameters to support healthy growth. Avoid placing near sensitive corals, as the anemone’s potent sting can damage nearby tissue. Regular feeding with meaty foods like silversides or shrimp enhances coloration and vitality.

Specifications

• Size: 6–12 inches diameter (can grow larger over time)
• Placement: Sand bed with room to expand
• Tank Size: Minimum 50 gallons
• Compatibility: Best kept with robust tank mates and hosting clownfish

Shipping & Guarantee

All Pizza Carpet Anemones are shipped overnight with insulated packaging and arrive healthy and ready to settle. Backed by our Live Arrival Guarantee and commitment to sustainable reefing.

Bring a slice of reef personality to your tank with the Pizza Carpet Anemone—where bold beauty meets ethical aquaculture.