what is killing my finger coral?

Discussion in 'Coral Diseases' started by 2t2_crash, May 25, 2008.

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  1. 2t2_crash

    2t2_crash Fire Worm

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    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    That algae may be irritating it or, smothering it. I don't have one so, that is just an observational guess.
     
  4. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    Did you get it like that or has it been dieing from the bottom up? Luna
     
  5. 2t2_crash

    2t2_crash Fire Worm

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    I didn't notice it when I got it but it's possible it had it upon purchase.

    so how do I fix it? are these like a leather toadstool where you cut a piece off and they both continue to grow?
     
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    Bogie Snowflake Eel

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    You should be able to frag that finger leather, and you'd better pray that's green stuff's not bryopsis - it looks like it could be.
     
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    2t2_crash Fire Worm

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    and yeah, it is. I have been battling green hair for a while. I have also targeted a few causes.. to much lighting is one and the other is I still need an RO/DI filter.. Brita filters dont do **** but make me think they help.
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    2t2_crash Fire Worm

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    should I just cut a square out around where that bit is infected or cut the whole finger off?
    I have only fragged my zoas so far.
     
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    mattgeezer Montipora Capricornis

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    I would just frag it and start another !!!:)
     
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    jptrson Feather Duster

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    Check closely for softie eating nudibranchs, they tend to white and look like a little slug about a 1/4" -1/2" long... blend in well.
     
  12. baugherb

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    Cut the whole finger off... It will regrow in no time....