Help!! Torch coral skeleton!!!

[jermzisurmom]

So I have noticed the skeleton on this torch coral almost looks like it's being eaten.... I have no idea please help. Does a bug or something do this??

 

[jermzisurmom]

Bump

 

[BonnieB]

Have you seen anything on the torch? Euphyllia eating flatworms are the most common cause of the torch tissue being “eaten” although a hungry bristle worm is a known culprit as well. I would remove it and do it in Coral RX or a similar product and inspect it carefully for pests that may not fall off in the dip.

 

[jermzisurmom]

I haven't seen anything on it... If I find nothing after a dip should I try to repair the skeleton??

 

[BonnieB]

I haven't seen anything on it... If I find nothing after a dip should I try to repair the skeleton??

No you can’t just “repair” the skeleton. What you need to do then is to figure out what else could be wrong. I forgot to ask you, do you see a substance that resembles brown jelly? Brown Jelly Disease is another euphyllia killing monster!

 

[jermzisurmom]

No you can’t just “repair” the skeleton. What you need to do then is to figure out what else could be wrong. I forgot to ask you, do you see a substance that resembles brown jelly? Brown Jelly Disease is another euphyllia killing monster!

Thank the lort I do not! Thank u so much for ur quick responses and knowledge. I'm afraid this torch is a goner. I may try to restore it if no sign of getting healthier after the dip.

 

[dvgyfresh]

Leave it be , let it heal and buy a wrasse if you don’t already have one

 

[BonnieB]

No you can’t just “repair” the skeleton. What you need to do then is to figure out what else could be wrong. I forgot to ask you, do you see a substance that resembles brown jelly? Brown Jelly Disease is another euphyllia killing monster!

Thank the lort I do not! Thank u so much for ur quick responses and knowledge. I'm afraid this torch is a goner. I may try to restore it if no sign of getting healthier after the dip.

After the dip it might completely retract. Give it a few days, unless of course it is visibly getting worse, to acclimate and make sure it is in good flow! Torches are tough for a good amount of hobbyists so it can be frustrating!