ZOA question.

[choward1980]

I'm not sure if this is a zoa or not. I'm new to this hobby and trying to figure everything out as I go. This coral will not open all the way. Any ideas on why. I have attached a picture. Thanks

 

[jduran0509]

These are zoas, how's long has it been in the tank? Lighting? Have you seen them all open?

 

[jduran0509]

And also water parameters, everyone is going to ask. Nitrates nitrites salinity phosphate etc...

 

[choward1980]

I took a water sample to my LFS. They said the water checked out. I have a Bio Cube 29 with stock lighting. It has been in the tank for 6 days. They were all opened the first 2 days. I have moved them 3 times. Top, middle, and bottom. I did a 5 gallon water change yesterday.

 

[jduran0509]

Try not to move it so much. Stay at the bottom and let it sit for about a week or two. Also low flow for now

 

[jduran0509]

You can also do a dip, usually before any zoa goes in my tank I dip them from any algae or parasites before I make the transfer. They'll close up for a little while but they make it through and algae and pest free