Scoly developed black spots

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Hi guys, ive had this scoly about a week. Its stayed fluffy and eats but started developing black spots on top. It had a couple tears on the outside of the flesh when i got it. Any feedback is appreciated.
Phosphate- .2
Nitrate- 5.0 ppm
Wondering if those are too high for it.
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pictures in white light

too high? No - nitrates are kinda low

Low light 50-75 par, low flow and IMO feed a couple times a week with something like lps pellets or frozen mysis at night when feeder tentacles are out.
 
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pictures in white light

too high? No - nitrates are kinda low

Low light 50-75 par, low flow and IMO feed a couple times a week with something like lps pellets or frozen mysis at night when feeder tentacles are out.
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White lights on and close up... can't tell anything from your photos unfortunately. My concern is the skeleton ribs are exposed on top and are now growing algae.
 
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White lights on and close up... can't tell anything from your photos unfortunately. My concern is the skeleton ribs are exposed on top and are now growing algae.
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Let me know if these help, thanks!
 

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