coral rock

Discussion in 'Coral' started by Squarry, Aug 25, 2009.

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  1. Squarry

    Squarry Plankton

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    I'm new to the marine aquarium, so I apologize in advance if this is a stupid question...
    I live near the beach, and found some really cool coral rock in a beach shop. I was told it was all they had left, because it is now illegal to harvest it. Is this safe to put in my aquarium?
     
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  2. LCP136

    LCP136 Sailfin Tang

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    Like a live coral or a coral skeleton? If its a coral skeleton and its dried out than I would say that yes its probably safe. Live coral I wouldn't put in the tank for fear of unwanted hitchikers.
     
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  3. Squarry

    Squarry Plankton

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    Thanks for quick reply...
    Dead coral skeleton. Are these rare to find? Everywhere else I've looked they are man made.
     
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  4. LCP136

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    I'm not sure if they're hard to find. I know they often have very large ones for a lot of money at my LFS, but as far as general rareness I have no idea. If you want it I'd say go for it.
     
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