I've purchased Red corals from UniqueCorals (standard frags) and Austin Aquafarms (WYSIWYG). The pictures show distinctly red specimens, but inevitably they are rust colored in my tank and when photographed with flash (yes, even the WYSIWYG specimens).
I have a nanocube 28 with a custom CREE LED display with Royal Blue, Cool White, Warm White, UV, UVA, Red and Lime Green LEDs from Rapid LED.
I really wanted some red coral to pop against the rock and other corals, but alas, EVERY red coral that has arrived is rust colored. This includes mushroom coral, a silver Xenia, a Poly and an assortment of Acans.
What gives here? Why do the corals appear so splendidly red online?
Although it will be a while before I order more corals, it would be nice to know if I need to shop locally to get true colors. Thanks!
I have a nanocube 28 with a custom CREE LED display with Royal Blue, Cool White, Warm White, UV, UVA, Red and Lime Green LEDs from Rapid LED.
I really wanted some red coral to pop against the rock and other corals, but alas, EVERY red coral that has arrived is rust colored. This includes mushroom coral, a silver Xenia, a Poly and an assortment of Acans.
What gives here? Why do the corals appear so splendidly red online?
Although it will be a while before I order more corals, it would be nice to know if I need to shop locally to get true colors. Thanks!