Dragons Breath

Discussion in 'LPS Corals' started by mlott132, Jul 3, 2012.

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  1. mlott132

    mlott132 Fire Worm

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    My lfs had a frag of this stuff for $20. Does this need MH lights or will it grow under any lighting?
     
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  3. 2in10

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    It should do fine under most lighting.
     
  4. mlott132

    mlott132 Fire Worm

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    I should have add the specs of my lights in my initial post. I have a skyled 48" fixture. These are the specs on it. Do you think this will work? I do have a xenia and some polyps that seem to be doing great under these.

    462 bright white, blue, red LEDs
    Total lumens 16632
    Dimensions - 48"L x 3.5"W x 2"H
    30% energy savings
    Power 28W
    Extendable bracket - 51" max length
    Non-corrosive powder coated aluminum housing
    Acrylic splash guard
    Reflector
    110V - 60Hz
     
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    If you keep the coral in the top half of the tank I believe.
     
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    Thanks. I think I will give it a go.
     
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    Going to pick up the frag today and was wondering about acclimation. Do I need to drip acclimate until the pH and salinity match?
     
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    For coral, I just temp acclimate. They are much more resilient than you think
     
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    Thanks. I will float the bag for 15 minutes.
     
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    Well I picked up the frag yesterday and of course they were having a sale, buy two get one free. So here is what I got. Damn sales:)

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    Dragons Breath

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    Mean Green and Whammin Watermelon

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    Briarium
     
  12. 2in10

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    The Dragon's Breath is a macro algae. Go to Reef Cleaners website to get information on its needs or PM John Maloney for its care. Congrats on the beautiful adds.