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I have corals have noticed some parasite action on my blue tang. Is coppersafe an option? or any body have recommendations thanks !
 

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I have corals have noticed some parasite action on my blue tang. Is coppersafe an option? or any body have recommendations thanks !
When quarantining, utilize a separate tank for treatment. Copper is not safe for coral and inverts and even a trace will often kill them. You want to treat with coppersafe or copper power for a full 30 days at 2.25 ppm and leave display tank without fish for 6-8 weeks to assure any parasites present die off without a host fish. Monitor with hanna Brand copper test kit
 

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I have corals have noticed some parasite action on my blue tang. Is coppersafe an option? or any body have recommendations thanks !

One thing you can do is to post a clear video under white lights. Hosting on Youtube works pretty well. We can then try to narrow down the parasite involved and explore treatment options.
 

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