Torch question

[Jennduhh]

Back yet again with another question!
I have a torch that has 3 heads, total. It's been in the tank for just about a month & started off more than happy. It would then go through cycles, with 2 of the heads being fully extended & the 3rd being partial. Well, the last few days, the front piece with the 2 heads has been mostly closed, but the back, single head is just happy as can be.
What could cause that? Could the piece in the front just be closed because it's separating further into 2 distinct heads or could it be something else?
I've never run into only part of a coral being unhappy, while the test of it is thriving, so just curious.
Video was taken just now.

 

[Jennduhh]

#torchcorals #Torches #torchsplitting

 

[theunderwaterarchives]

Torch corals can react differently to water flow and lighting; check if the conditions vary across the coral and adjust as needed. Variations in water parameters or physical stress could also affect parts of the coral, so ensure your tank conditions are stable and inspect for any signs of damage or pests. Lastly, the coral might be in the process of splitting or budding, which can cause temporary retraction or closing of heads.

Hard to quote me without the picture though

 

[Jennduhh]

The one side ended up dying overnight. The other side with the single head is fine though. ‍. Params are all good, only thing I can figure is lighting or flow.
I'm fairly new to reef keeping & was told they prefer high lighting, high flow, but have been told recently that isn't the case.

Torch corals can react differently to water flow and lighting; check if the conditions vary across the coral and adjust as needed. Variations in water parameters or physical stress could also affect parts of the coral, so ensure your tank conditions are stable and inspect for any signs of damage or pests. Lastly, the coral might be in the process of splitting or budding, which can cause temporary retraction or closing of heads.

Hard to quote me without the picture though