tpye of coral?

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  1. ser_renely

    ser_renely Bristle Worm

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    Wasn't sure if I should post here or the coral forms. Anyone know what type this is, if one? Type of zoa? Looking to know because no one can seem to figure it out, and want to care for it as best possible.

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    ty,
    Ser
     
    ser_renely, Jul 10, 2008
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  2. Bogie

    Bogie Snowflake Eel

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    It will be easier to identify when it is more open and bigger.
    Is that a bristle worm behind it?
     
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  3. ser_renely

    ser_renely Bristle Worm

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    bristle star....are they the same? I have gazillions of bristle stars...at least I think it is a bristle star...don't think I have seen a worm yet.

    I'll snap another pic in a few hours.

    ty,
    Ser
     
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  4. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    I have the same one(I think), mine has a brownish color to it. I started to target feed it when I got it and now its still a brownish color but the tenticles are a clear/greenish color. The tenticles only come out when the lights turn off. I believe its in the Sun Coral family. Luna
     
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  5. geekdafied

    geekdafied 3reef Sponsor

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    Looks like a Neozoanthus. Does it only open at night and stay semi closed up during the day?
     
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  6. ser_renely

    ser_renely Bristle Worm

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    It seems to be open during the day, lights on time.
     
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  7. ser_renely

    ser_renely Bristle Worm

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  8. coral reefer

    coral reefer Giant Squid

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    Brittle Sea Star and Palythoa(sea mat)!!!!
     
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  9. ser_renely

    ser_renely Bristle Worm

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    ty :)

    bad?
     
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  10. coral reefer

    coral reefer Giant Squid

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    No!!!
    Good, though when your Star gets bigger, small fish will not be safe from the Star consuming them!!
    Palythoa mats are great, and will spread quickly...They are toxic and will release toxins into the water effecting Small polyped stony corals especially and if there are a large amount of soft corals/zoanthids without the use of efficient skimming, carbon and water changes.
    Remember that they are also toxic to humans if touched!!!!! Remember to wash hands after handling them to remove the likelihood of getting toxin in eyes or mouth, which could pose future problems if not treated quickly.
    This isn't to scare you just to inform ya!!!!
     
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