Any help greatly appreciated

[ZAMBOLT]

No idea what it is. I have googled and looked about to no avail.

I would just like to know if this is something to be concerned about.

Many thanks all

 

[Billdogg]

Are you referring to the mushroom or the sponge? Either way, good IMO

 

[ZAMBOLT]

Oh is it a sponge, I bought the mushrooms on the live rock and then the white branch started to grow

 

[Durhamreefer]

Years ago a buddy of mine had a branching sponge spring up after introducing a new piece of live rock - it took over. That stuff grew like wildfire! A clearer picture would help in identification; however, going on that one I'd say it's the same thing.

You probably are aware of this, my apologies if you are.... But that red mushroom I see right there is the devil - pure evil those things are. They'll take over your tank if they like their environment. Save yourself a future headache and flush that thing now... Lol. Some folks love them, some despise them. Seriously though, it's something to consider in the long term planning of your reef.

 

[ZAMBOLT]

Years ago a buddy of mine had a branching sponge spring up after introducing a new piece of live rock - it took over. That stuff grew like wildfire! A clearer picture would help in identification; however, going on that one I'd say it's the same thing.

You probably are aware of this, my apologies if you are.... But that red mushroom I see right there is the devil - pure evil those things are. They'll take over your tank if they like their environment. Save yourself a future headache and flush that thing now... Lol. Some folks love them, some despise them. Seriously though, it's something to consider in the long term planning of your reef.

 

[ZAMBOLT]

Is this better

 

[ChaosAquaculture]

Though I can’t confirm from just a picture, that looks like sponge. Keep an eye on it as it can spread fast, other than that it it not bad - kali

 

[Durhamreefer]

Is this better

Yes, thank you. If my recollection serves me right, that's the same thing. First, sponges are not a bad thing if they don't overgrow a prized coral. It is my understanding that some sponges pack a decent punch. Secondly, if you like the look, keep it trimmed into a desirable form and leave it be.

 

[ZAMBOLT]

Yes, thank you. If my recollection serves me right, that's the same thing. First, sponges are not a bad thing if they don't overgrow a prized coral. It is my understanding that some sponges pack a decent punch. Secondly, if you like the look, keep it trimmed into a desirable form and leave it be.

Thank you, for your help. I quite like it so I will just keep an eye on it