My Acantho’s Hernia

[JENNYTRAN2003]

Hello All,
I'm reaching out for some advice because I've encountered something unusual with my Acantho. It seems to have developed a bulge that looks a bit like a hernia. I'm not sure what steps to take or if this is a serious issue. It was perfectly fine last night, so this change has me a bit concerned. Has anyone else experienced something similar? Thank you for any insights you can offer!

Parameters:
Salinity 1.025
Nitrate 4
Phosphate 0.01-0.05
Alkalinity 9.0-9.1

 

[KrisReef]

That, I believe, is asexual reproduction. I have not seen pictures before but I have read or heard tales about what I think you are posting?

I would expect this to detach in heavy currents to disperse away from the parent, but it may require intervention on your part?

GL.

 

[FishyHotel]

Hello! Thanks for sharing, this is super interesting. Did this ever resolve or get ejected, or does the Acanthophyllia still have the bulge?