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05/02/2009, 09:42 PM
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Neon Green Goniopora
I know this suppose to be in the LPS forum but it seems that I get more replies here so...anyway...I just bought this coral( Neon Green Goniopora) for 40 bucks,, and I need to know how I can take care of this coral... will get a pic up soon
Tank info 25 Gallons Reef 96 Watts T5 HO a bak pak skimmer a maxijet 1200 for flow live stocks several colonies of zoas, 1 torch coral,, 1 frogspawn, couple mushrooms,, live rock and live sand... I dose Kent essential element and Kent Coral Vite every week.... |
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05/02/2009, 09:47 PM
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they NEED to be fed frequently zooplankton to thrive. Many do not do well in captivity. Reef roids says right on the container that it was designed for goniopora so i would start there.
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05/02/2009, 10:44 PM
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RyanDragon,
I just picked up the same one 2 weeks ago....in the same area where you are. What LFS did you buy yours from ? I have tried to keep them a few times before, but they are hard to keep & dont last very long........But look good.
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05/03/2009, 06:14 AM
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Flipper62 , I got them from Aquarium Adventure in Bolingbrook,, Petland basically,, they have all livestock for 50% percent off ... Do u think they would let me return this piece of coral >? and the guy at Petland told me to feed phytoplankton,, so i bought some of that.. Is phytoplankton better than zooplankton ? and should I keep it down on the sand or should I bring it up to the rock ? oh and my tank depth is about 18'' ,,I got 96w of T5HO
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25 Gal Reef :) 30lbs LR,,, 20lbs LS, CPR HOB skimmer, 1 mod maxi jet 1200 , 3 different damsels, 1 clarkii clown Torch Coral, Frogspawn Coral, Couples Zoa/Paly colonies, and Mushrooms Current Tank Info: 25 gallons reef tank with 96watts of t5 HO lighting |
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05/03/2009, 06:40 AM
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Here is a great article about keeping this coral....
http://www.advancedaquarist.com/2005/10/aafeature2 Hope this helps....: )
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05/03/2009, 07:00 AM
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thanks,., anything helps I think..lol do u know the lifespan of this type of coral ?
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25 Gal Reef :) 30lbs LR,,, 20lbs LS, CPR HOB skimmer, 1 mod maxi jet 1200 , 3 different damsels, 1 clarkii clown Torch Coral, Frogspawn Coral, Couples Zoa/Paly colonies, and Mushrooms Current Tank Info: 25 gallons reef tank with 96watts of t5 HO lighting |
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05/03/2009, 07:36 AM
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Tough question to answer.... Direct feeding as mentioned in the article help with the growth although it's isn't necessary to keep them alive. Keep them in moderate to high flow area's and moderate to high lighting. Each sub species requires different patterns.
I have had some in my tank for a couple of months so I am new to them. I'm sure there are many more hobbyist with more experience than I who can help out.
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05/03/2009, 10:03 AM
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I got pics...
 oh and btw,, is it good to feed this coral with PhytoPlan manufactured by Two Little Fishies[IMG]  [/IMG][IMG]  [/IMG] [IMG] [/IMG] [IMG] [/IMG]
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25 Gal Reef :) 30lbs LR,,, 20lbs LS, CPR HOB skimmer, 1 mod maxi jet 1200 , 3 different damsels, 1 clarkii clown Torch Coral, Frogspawn Coral, Couples Zoa/Paly colonies, and Mushrooms Current Tank Info: 25 gallons reef tank with 96watts of t5 HO lighting Last edited by RyanDragon; 05/03/2009 at 10:13 AM. |
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05/03/2009, 10:55 AM
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That coral's polyps should be extended further out. I would watch for brown jelly infections, they seem to infect these corals. Also, I don't mean to come off sounding like a jerk, but you really should research the coral you plan on purchasing first. That can save you alot of $ in the future.
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05/03/2009, 10:57 AM
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yea I know it should expand more but it's only been in the tank for about 18 hours,, so I think it's still acclimating
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25 Gal Reef :) 30lbs LR,,, 20lbs LS, CPR HOB skimmer, 1 mod maxi jet 1200 , 3 different damsels, 1 clarkii clown Torch Coral, Frogspawn Coral, Couples Zoa/Paly colonies, and Mushrooms Current Tank Info: 25 gallons reef tank with 96watts of t5 HO lighting |
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05/03/2009, 10:58 AM
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heres mine, hes a year old now
 no direct feeding, just top quality water and i do feed other corals salifert coral food as well
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05/03/2009, 11:01 AM
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nice,,, any tips for me ? is it good enough to feed it with PhytoPlan manufactured by Two Little Fishies ? or should I get the zoo planton instead
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25 Gal Reef :) 30lbs LR,,, 20lbs LS, CPR HOB skimmer, 1 mod maxi jet 1200 , 3 different damsels, 1 clarkii clown Torch Coral, Frogspawn Coral, Couples Zoa/Paly colonies, and Mushrooms Current Tank Info: 25 gallons reef tank with 96watts of t5 HO lighting |
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05/03/2009, 04:57 PM
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well I did some research and find out that this is a very hard coral to keep alive,,,,well I've made a call to my LFS,, and they said I can return it,, so I'm going to return it tomorrow...
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25 Gal Reef :) 30lbs LR,,, 20lbs LS, CPR HOB skimmer, 1 mod maxi jet 1200 , 3 different damsels, 1 clarkii clown Torch Coral, Frogspawn Coral, Couples Zoa/Paly colonies, and Mushrooms Current Tank Info: 25 gallons reef tank with 96watts of t5 HO lighting |
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