Is it what called "Melting?"

Discussion in 'Coral' started by gkw, Apr 16, 2006.

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  1. gkw

    gkw Peppermint Shrimp

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    Ok, one of the xenia stalk (red circle) has not been doing so good...I think. Or it's recovering...I am not sure, but a few days ago, it won't even 'buff' up and the color has changed to a dull color. It's been like this for a few days and I am starting to worry about it. Is it melting? Should I remove it? :(

    On the other hand, the 2 other stalks are doing pretty good. I can see some new heads (blue circles) on them and the one that 'walks' away from the group got noticably bigger. :)

    Thanks!
    GKW
     

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  3. Bruce

    Bruce Giant Squid

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    Dont worry, as long as when you blow on it with some sort of water movement and it doenst break apart you should be fine :)
     
  4. ragc

    ragc Bristle Worm

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    When mine melted it shrivelled up to a very small size. I don't think what I see looks like it.
     
  5. gkw

    gkw Peppermint Shrimp

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    Although I kinda want to know how "coral melt," I really hope it's not melting.

    Thanks guys!
     
  6. ragc

    ragc Bristle Worm

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    Not all do, but Xenias kinda shrink into a 'blob'. Thet's the best way I can put it.