leather coral

Discussion in 'Soft Corals' started by m_hsiao, Nov 9, 2008.

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  1. m_hsiao

    m_hsiao Purple Spiny Lobster

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    i have a leather coral that is i still believe in good health, but the leather constantly lies on its side? is that a sign of stress of any sort or does it often do that? so the branch of the leather coral is horizontal-ish instead of vertical and because the root is so exposed to light, it has a little bit of algae growing on it although i have no algae problems in my tank, is that a concern?
     
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  2. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    Can you post some pics of it? The fact that its on its side isnt good, but dont freak out yet. Luna
     
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  3. unclejed

    unclejed Whip-Lash Squid

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    Hi M, sometimes, certain corals do better at "standing" up with more current and sometimes too much current is pushing them down/over. Try different places of flow by determining how much it is in now.
     
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