Polyp Corals....

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  1. Wrassman

    Wrassman Peppermint Shrimp

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    Here's some "zoanthids."  I really like polyp corals -- they are easy to keep and care for;  they aren't extremely light dependent, meaning that you can keep them under PC's; and they spread throughout your tank when conditions are right, making a beautiful aquascape.

    These are some Brown Polyps that I picked up a while back that have spread to several neighboring rocks:
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    Hope you like them!!! [smiley=wave.gif]
     
    Wrassman, Mar 14, 2003
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  2. Wrassman

    Wrassman Peppermint Shrimp

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    I have a lot of polyps.  I've given quite a few of them away, as they have taken over plain rocks.

    This small rock was in the midst of all three different types of polyps I have.  Now, it has all three types growing on one small rock.  It's kinda cool -- and I just thought I'd share.     ;D
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    I'm down here!!!! [smiley=wave.gif]
     
    Wrassman, Mar 21, 2003
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  3. Matt Rogers

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  4. Wrassman

    Wrassman Peppermint Shrimp

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    Well, Matt, since you liked the leather, I'll just show everyone the polyps, too:

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    And THANKS!!!
     
    Wrassman, Jun 11, 2003
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  5. Craig Manoukian

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    Nice pics Wrassman!
     
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    what colors can i get the polyps in? ih ave a small rock with green stars on it and wanted to mix/match colors. Also how long do they need light per day? 8hrs or more or less? please help me on this as i am new to corals as of 2 days ago
     
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  7. Land_Fish

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    The brown polyp turn a green color when you have better lighting.
    Yellow polyps are also common.
     
    Land_Fish, Feb 21, 2004
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    ok.. how long do they need light?

    also how much water flow? i have a power head pointed right on them now is this too much?
     
    new2salt2, Feb 21, 2004
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