Unhappy Coral

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Before anything here are my parameters...

Water temp: 76°F - 77°F
pH level: 8.1 to 8.3
Alk: 9 dKH
Salinity: 1.025
Nitrate: 5 -10
Ammonia: 0
Phosphate: < .04 - .06
Magnesium: 1300-1350
Calcium: 400-450

I added 3 new leathers 2 weeks ago. All but one have opened and seem to be acclimating well. I've heard of some taking a long time, others say something is bothering it. All are in moderate flow with 100+ par (60" lumi light pro at about 50%). Am I missing something? I have attached photos below. Any help or experience is welcome thank you.

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Trouble Coral ⬆️

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Happy Corals and Anemone ⬆️
 
Honestly, that coral doesn't look bad, Id just give it time. I know its frustrating but thats reefing. Everything else looks great and your parameters are good. You have a really nice tank.
 
Do you use carbon? Some leathers have been reported to release toxins into the water column as a form of coral warfare. I'd say it's unlikely if only one coral is being affected unless it's the closest to the offending coral.
 
Do you use carbon? Some leathers have been reported to release toxins into the water column as a form of coral warfare. I'd say it's unlikely if only one coral is being affected unless it's the closest to the offending coral.
I do have carbon in the sump, yes.
 
I agree it looks fine to me, the polyps are not out but thats it. I would leave it alone personally
 
looks fine to me, give it a few days and hopefully it will start opening up again!
 

WHAT PART OF LIVING WITH A REEF TOOK YOU BY SURPRISE?

  • How much space the supplies and equipment take up

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  • Salt creep, spills, and cleanup outside the tank

    Votes: 1 8.3%
  • Planning trips or finding someone to care for the reef

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  • Making decisions when there’s no clear right answer

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  • How much the reef affects everyday household life

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