coral problem

[icebreaker]

can I get an ID on this coral all I know is it is some kind of leather. I don't have a new picture but it seems to be shedding. it has not opened in two days now.

 

[icebreaker]

Here is what it looks like now

 

[mx#28]

A sarcophyton of some sort.

 

[reefkprz]

Originally Posted by MX#28
http:///forum/post/2562176
A sarcophyton of some sort.

Sarcophyton trocheliophorum (i'm fairly sure)

 

[reefkprz]

shedding is normal for them just make sure it has plenty of flow to help remove the waxy slime build up so it doesnt smother itself or get an infection from the protozoans that tend to feed on the slime.

 

[icebreaker]

Thank you i got the slime off and this morning it was back