what kinda coral is this?

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  1. dirtydavenkc

    dirtydavenkc Purple Spiny Lobster

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    what is this?

    this is 2 different patches. it was given to me at the very beginning. it was very small (mabey the size of an orange), but now its 3 times the size. thanks in advance
     
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  3. dirtydavenkc

    dirtydavenkc Purple Spiny Lobster

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    by the way, it is light brown in color and turns to bubbles at night
     
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    coldshot Blue Ringed Angel

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    I dont know what it is but I want it.....love the way it sways in the flow...good setup.
     
  5. cuttingras

    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    it's pulsing xenia and it looks like it's getting too much flow. turn the flow away so it's not so direct.
     
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    salsalito25 Stylophora

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    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    I think they're polyps are finer where the xenia are broader


    can you show me a pic of the base?
     
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  9. {Nano}Reefer

    {Nano}Reefer Dragon Wrasse

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    looks like Anthelias, any way to get a clear picture?
     
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  11. dirtydavenkc

    dirtydavenkc Purple Spiny Lobster

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    This is a very old pic and was with my cell phone. my lights are off right now but i will take a good pic with my camera tomorrow. I do appritiate everyones help. This patch is now 10 inches wide and 8 inches tall durring the day
     

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    {Nano}Reefer Dragon Wrasse

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