+KimP Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 I have this lobo and it's nestled in a great spot (I think), however I'm not sure if it's okay for the meat to be touching the live rock. I can pull it out some but I don't want to move it unless necessary because it's very happy right now What do yall think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teresa Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 If its happy then I say leave it where it is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+KimP Posted May 23, 2011 Author Share Posted May 23, 2011 That's what I would think too but since it's only been in my tank since Wednesday, I want to make sure. If it will hurt the coral, maybe it wouldn't happen right away? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzobob Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 Agree with Teresa, unless you notice any asymmetrical receding flesh you probably have nothing to worry about. From a location standpoint generally the only things that would impact a coral asymmetrically are current and interaction with the environment, usually another coral or predator. Non asymmetrical receding can indicate a host of other issues from water chemistry issues to lack of food / light. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teresa Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 LPS corals are pretty quick to let you know when they are bothered by something close by. I'd say only be worried if it stops opening up, the meaty part looks hard or withdrawn. Besides, if you try to move him, you risk him falling accidentally - and in your tank that's a long fall . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Cob Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 I agree. It looks very happy. I also say leave it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+KimP Posted May 23, 2011 Author Share Posted May 23, 2011 Thanks! That was great advice in general that I will keep in mind for all my coral. I will leave it as is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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