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Discussion in 'Inverts' started by KDtrey5, Nov 2, 2012.

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  1. KDtrey5

    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    So I just put my new GBTA in about 2 hours ago. It really hasnt done anything but just sit on the rock I put it on. It doesn't move at all. Is this normal?
     
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  3. KDtrey5

    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Anyone? Its just sitting on the sand now. Hasn't moved an inch. Is this normal? I'm worried!
     
  4. Toallhisdoom

    Toallhisdoom Dragon Wrasse

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    Mine started moving as soon as i put it in tank, and already is inflated and looking healthy. Sooo hows your water?
     
  5. KDtrey5

    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I would think the params are all good. Only test ammonia, nitrite, nitrate. He just isn't doing anything. Im also noticing he is gray the further you go up, but down by the foot it is red. I just dont like how its just sitting in the sand doing nothing. Makes me nervous
     
  6. Toallhisdoom

    Toallhisdoom Dragon Wrasse

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    What type of lighting? What type of salt?
     
  7. KDtrey5

    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I have a 4 bulb high output t5 lighting in a 20 gallon long. I use red sea coral pro salt
     
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  9. Toallhisdoom

    Toallhisdoom Dragon Wrasse

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    hmm. lfs or online purchase?
     
  10. KDtrey5

    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    elwolfe Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Doesn't sound like an uncommon response. Tough to say though without more details.

    Sorry, was distracted for awhile. This was written after seeing only post 1 and 2.
     
  12. KDtrey5

    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Ive been reading and people have been saying putting them on the sand under cover from light next to the rock helps. Should I try this or should I not touch it