What can you tell me about these corals?

Discussion in 'Coral' started by SwimsWithFish, Dec 5, 2011.

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  1. Coastie Reefer

    Coastie Reefer Millepora

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    Hope this helps
     
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  2. SwimsWithFish

    SwimsWithFish Giant Squid

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    Thanks to all of you!!!!:) I'm feeling really confidant with everything, in three weeks I'll have a beautiful coral reef:)
     
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  3. SwimsWithFish

    SwimsWithFish Giant Squid

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    I have another question, are any of the above corals unsafe to touch? Will I need gloves?
     
    SwimsWithFish, Dec 12, 2011
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  4. TritonsGarden

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    Unless you have sensitive skin, they are all safe. Some people have a mild reaction to the torches and hammers but that is unusual.

    The zoas can be toxic if damaged such as when fragging. I would recommend gloves and eye protection when cutting them although I never wore them. Just wash your hands afterward.
     
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  5. Ashevillian

    Ashevillian Pajama Cardinal

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    i would avoid the mushrooms, they can move around and will kill other corals that are much prettier IMO.
     
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  6. insanespain

    insanespain Ocellaris Clown

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    Mushrooms won't move around unless they are wayyyy unhappy with the spot you put them in. Mushrooms are basically the only coral I've had so far and I've never had one move on its own. And when they reproduce the new ones never stray far at all. They are very commonly kept in all reef tanks with all types or corals.

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