I've waited until my test results came back from Triton to post this. I wanted to make sure my tests at home were accurate. I also wanted to know if other trace elements were within parameters. My test results came back without any significant issue. However polyp extension in any coral does not compare to what I see in other posts or at the LFS for that matter. Take these 2 pics for example.
I added a Lobo on 6/27 and after a dip went into the tank and looked like this within an hour.
Here is a current pic of what it typically looks like (this was after broadcasting reef roids btw)
Salinity = 1.026
Temp = 78 F
Alkalinity = 7.6 (Hanna)
Calcium = 467 (Triton)
Magnesium = 1374 (Triton)
Nitrate = 5 (Salifert)
PO4 = 0.06 (Triton)
The same non extension applies to everything I have even with lights off.
What more can i do to have healthier coral?
I added a Lobo on 6/27 and after a dip went into the tank and looked like this within an hour.
Here is a current pic of what it typically looks like (this was after broadcasting reef roids btw)
Salinity = 1.026
Temp = 78 F
Alkalinity = 7.6 (Hanna)
Calcium = 467 (Triton)
Magnesium = 1374 (Triton)
Nitrate = 5 (Salifert)
PO4 = 0.06 (Triton)
The same non extension applies to everything I have even with lights off.
What more can i do to have healthier coral?