Mushrooms
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up north hermit
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I respectfully disagree on the nitrates. Mushrooms are quite tolerant of nitrate, and in some reef tanks even can become so prolific as to warrent shaving and slicing. (I should be so lucky... 
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I would look to something else. Most shrooms like lower light and very low current.
Without further info on your tank it is a crap shoot.
Hermit
)I would look to something else. Most shrooms like lower light and very low current.
Without further info on your tank it is a crap shoot.
Hermit
up north hermit
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Sorry Mithrax, isn't it just like me to offer information that I can't back up!
I can not for the life of me put my hands on the article I read. But I have heard this from more than once source and seen it posted on other BB's too.
The mushrooms are very forgiving when it comes to water quality, which is why they are always recommended for beginners (in corals).
Darn! Sorry I can not find it, but will continue to look and post it when I do put my hands on it.
HTH (but not much)
Hermit
I can not for the life of me put my hands on the article I read. But I have heard this from more than once source and seen it posted on other BB's too.
The mushrooms are very forgiving when it comes to water quality, which is why they are always recommended for beginners (in corals).
Darn! Sorry I can not find it, but will continue to look and post it when I do put my hands on it.
HTH (but not much)
Hermit
mithrax
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WHile you're at it, let me copy the article I have about mushroom anemones.(I can't paste the damm thing so got to do it the long way). It goes...
Mushroom Anemones
Discosoma sp.
Belonging to the same family as anemones, mushrooms are ofter referred to as "false corals." Externally, they look similar to anemones but internally, "corallimorphs" more closely resemble skeleton-forming corals. They are also known as Disc Anemones.
Mushroom coclonies are very popular in reef aquariums because of their many colors, the different types available and their ease of maintenance. They reproduce quite freely under average conditions. However, they are susceptible to high levels of nitrates and phosphates....naturally, using phosphate-free water for changes, minimal feeding and good protein skimmer should be your first line of defense against these compunds.
The natural habitat of each species should be kept in mind when positioning a specimen in the aquarium. Some species require intense lighting and some cannot tolerate it. If you are unsure, it is wise to locate the new specimen at the bottom of the tank and gauge its reaction after a few days. If it appears to be "reaching" for more light move it up a little closer to the light. Make small moves (6") and if it shows signs of distress or burning, move it away from the light. (Then it went on to discuss the three modes of reproduction). Hope this help.
Mushroom Anemones
Discosoma sp.
Belonging to the same family as anemones, mushrooms are ofter referred to as "false corals." Externally, they look similar to anemones but internally, "corallimorphs" more closely resemble skeleton-forming corals. They are also known as Disc Anemones.
Mushroom coclonies are very popular in reef aquariums because of their many colors, the different types available and their ease of maintenance. They reproduce quite freely under average conditions. However, they are susceptible to high levels of nitrates and phosphates....naturally, using phosphate-free water for changes, minimal feeding and good protein skimmer should be your first line of defense against these compunds.
The natural habitat of each species should be kept in mind when positioning a specimen in the aquarium. Some species require intense lighting and some cannot tolerate it. If you are unsure, it is wise to locate the new specimen at the bottom of the tank and gauge its reaction after a few days. If it appears to be "reaching" for more light move it up a little closer to the light. Make small moves (6") and if it shows signs of distress or burning, move it away from the light. (Then it went on to discuss the three modes of reproduction). Hope this help.
up north hermit
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Hummmmm, like everything else in this hobby, this does not surprise me. More conflicting information.
Very interesting though, thanks. Where did you get that from?
In the meantime, I am still looking! Don't you just hate that when that happens!
Hermit
Very interesting though, thanks. Where did you get that from?
In the meantime, I am still looking! Don't you just hate that when that happens!
Hermit
bobber
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Keep in mind that high nitrates for a reef tank is 10ppm or more! The ideal is zero, of course. Lighting plays a role depending on the color of the mushroom. Low current is a MUST. They tear very easily and caves or under ledges would be the ideal for the richer colored mushrooms(purple, red and blue). Some of thebright green need more light and a suitable position should be provided(low water current still applies). I believe the article he is talking about is from THe Marine Aquarium Problem Solver by Nick Dakin(if my memory is any good...that doesn't happen very often ). It is a reliable book and offers some excellent information and makes a great referance book. However, anyone in this hobby knows that everyones tank is different and what works for one might not work for another. All that being said, we still do not know the water parameters of the tank in question. My first guess would be lighting and placement. --Bob
). It is a reliable book and offers some excellent information and makes a great referance book. However, anyone in this hobby knows that everyones tank is different and what works for one might not work for another. All that being said, we still do not know the water parameters of the tank in question. My first guess would be lighting and placement. --Bob
ironreef
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I agree you can't kill shrooms. I use to keep a 20g in my garage just for ls. they grew. didn't have very good current ,lighting or filtration. I'm always trying to rid them cuz they grow to fast. I wonder how old the your tank is? I've tried cutting off putting under halides to burn them but the come back.
bobber
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Iodine can contribute to hair algae if not properly dosed. I use Seachems Reef Iodide. Not sure of the difference in iodine to iodide, but I do know that high levels of iodine can be poisonous. Some say it is a necessity and others say it's useless. I say try it for yourself, dose properly(less is better than more-easier to add than remove) and see what you think. HTH--Bob