LPS?? Unknown Coral - Encrusting coral with 3" sweepers

Discussion in 'ID This!' started by gorillacrab, Feb 17, 2012.

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  1. gorillacrab

    gorillacrab Astrea Snail

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    Close-up of tentacles

    Hopefully this pic will help with the ID - thanks! Put arrows along two of the tentacles.
     

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    gorillacrab, Feb 17, 2012
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  2. norg.

    norg. Kole Tang

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    Definitely a pavona.
     
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  3. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Definitely a pavona, keep track of it and keep it under control so it does not damage your other coral.
     
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  4. NanaReefer

    NanaReefer Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    <<<<<rushing to research WTH a Pavona is :)
     
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  5. evolved

    evolved Wrasse Freak

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    Think of it as a cross between a Cyphastrea and a Psammacora. ;)
     
    evolved, Feb 18, 2012
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  6. gorillacrab

    gorillacrab Astrea Snail

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    How do I do that?

    How do I keep it under control? It grows pretty close to the LR.
     
    gorillacrab, Feb 25, 2012
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