NEW Indo Shipment! + Wild Acro colonies

[George]

Originally Posted by don.ald

what is lps 2817
i like that one

That would be a flowerpot. It's super hard to keep alive for a long period.

[Gooly001]

Originally Posted by George

That would be a flowerpot. It's super hard to keep alive for a long period.

Correct on the ID!

However, Goniopora corals have been kept with great success over the past few years. It all boils down to which species you're looking at.

Here is an article (2002) describing the genus and some of the challenges associated with its husbandry:

http://www.advancedaquarist.com/issu...002/invert.htm

Here is a reefbuilders article showcasing what a little skill and patience has made possible:

http://reefbuilders.com/2010/02/20/g...lue-goniopora/

And finally, here is a release from ORA showcasing the commercial viability of Goniopora:

http://glassbox-design.com/2010/ora-red-goniopora/

In short, stay away from Goniopora stokesi and lobata, keep your iron and magnesium levels stable, and pretend they're an SPS.

HTH

[OceanicCorals-Ian-]

Originally Posted by George

That would be a flowerpot. It's super hard to keep alive for a long period.

You are correct; however, the Bio Beads have shown positive results in keeping difficult Corals like this one!

[Haloreef]

Hey guys I will be leaving Richmond at 3:30 I should br there at 4:15 (I drive like Steve McQueen)! Hope there is some left. I kick my self for missing the unpacking!
I hope none of those tax collectors with the funny lights on the roof of their cars get in the way.
Keith.