Q about target feeding

Discussion in 'Coral' started by Zoanthids21, Jan 11, 2011.

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  1. Zoanthids21

    Zoanthids21 McKoscker’s Flasher Wrasse

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    So this just came to mind and I was wondering, is target feeding a good thing for corals? like i know it is, but one of my acan frags went from 1-7 or 8 heads in like 2 months and i target fed it like twice a week, all my other acans grow slower, but still they are growing VERY fast..From what i know, my params are good..But NOT 100% stable.

    But like, what im wondering is like..Is target feeding a way out of the stable params for growth?
     
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    You want stable params period. The feeding will always help growth.
     
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  3. Stonefish13

    Stonefish13 Flamingo Tongue

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    I agree. You need the tank to be stable no matter if you target feed or not but target feeding will definitely help accelerate your corals growth. I target feed almost all my lps and even some of my softies.
     
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