ID These Acros!! :D

Discussion in 'SPS Corals' started by HollyG, Jul 3, 2012.

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  1. HollyG

    HollyG Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    Hey guys! So, trying to find out what these corals are. Shoot me some ideas on what you think they are so I know where to start googling! :p

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    HollyG, Jul 3, 2012
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  2. Frick

    Frick Bristle Worm

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  3. Thatgrimguy

    Thatgrimguy Flying Squid

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    There is no way to accurately ID Acropora down to the species name without a microscopic exam of dead corallites, and even then it is extremely difficult.
     
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  4. Frick

    Frick Bristle Worm

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    You are exactly right. I would never tell someone the absolute ID. That's why i give my best guesses. Beats slapping some silly show name on it which does nothing except confuse everyone.
     
    Frick, Jul 5, 2012
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  5. smoyer

    smoyer Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    second pic looks like a rose/red millipora and the first looks like a tortuosa sp....just guesses for google searches
     
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