SPS ok to touch?

Discussion in 'SPS Corals' started by Puffer Chick, May 26, 2010.

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  1. Xiztence

    Xiztence Gigas Clam

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    Oh glad to hear, I have my SPS away from my monti caps. And I don't really consider monti caps an SPS because they grow so fast :lol:
     
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  3. Puffer Chick

    Puffer Chick Giant Squid

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    ok, just moved them :)
    ive only had it for 48hrs, wasnt looking too good so i moved it up, i read the white stringy stuff was either spawning or a feeding response
     
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    2in10 Super Moderator

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    My mille has won every time. Don't take a chance especially when they are new to your tank. Once they are established the if they touch they will survive. Acros will always win over montis. I am not sure with any other SPS but I am sure there will be problems.
     
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    Xiztence Gigas Clam

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    Wow it's true you learn something new everyday & Especially in this hobby.
    Thanx
     
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    Xiztence Gigas Clam

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    Alright thanx K+
     
  7. jonjonwells

    jonjonwells Great Blue Whale

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    If they are the same species, then they will most likely be alright touching.

    If they are different, then they will fight to the death.

    Poccis, Millies, Acros, Montis. Each need their own space.

    In my experience, Poccis are the worst stingers. Just a slight touch from one will kill an acro overnight.
     
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  9. Puffer Chick

    Puffer Chick Giant Squid

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    it was a staghorn and bush acro that were touching, not for very long just wanted to make sure before they were together for too long.

    The staghorn hasnt been looking to good i hope he is just adjusting since he hasnt been in there very long

    also wish he would stop spawning or whatever he is doing, kind of annyoing lol
     
  10. Puffer Chick

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    its been doing this since i got it, but now since it touched the bushy for maybe like 30minutes its been releasing A LOT of i guess the slime like you say, long white stringy stuff lol and now my bushy is doing it but now as bad. They were barely touching too, maybe one branch at the very tip, just enough to hold each other up. Hopefully it will stop
     
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    ok, good to know thats nothing to worry about :)
     
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    ingtar_shinowa Giant Squid

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