Chaotic Reefer4u
♥Acropora Aficionado♥
beautiful goni's and alveopora's! im gonna get me some.
Pink/Red Goni
- Thread starter gflat65
- Start date
.
John Kelly
Goniopora Aficionado
Possibly Goniopora stutchburyi
justincognito
New member
It looks like G. stutchburyi to me too. They eat Oyster eggs and may be able to handle cyclop-eeze, though i think oyster eggs are better for this species. This kind is the most closely related to porites out of the Goniopora.
Hey, I ran across this last night: http://reefkeeping.com/issues/2005-10/nftt/index.php, I thought it might be helpful...
John Kelly
Goniopora Aficionado
gflat65 said:Cool. This thread seems to have come back from the dead.
I had just read about an article in the current Reefkeeping. Thanks for the info.
Yeah, I've noticed that more than several goniopora threads have all the sudden come back from the dead.........hmmmm
John Kelly
Goniopora Aficionado
It's difficult to sum up anything into a few words because you pretty much have to follow a "system", or procedure of steps, in order to purposely be successful. One wrong step and something will go wrong. Some species are definitely less demanding of attention than others.
but, to briefly sum it up in order:
1. Research! Know the difference between a healthy goniopora and an injured, bleached, dyed, starved, or receded one.
2. Do a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
3. Follow a strict acclimation procedure that addresses temp/water chemistry, water flow, lighting, and placement (for polyp extension, ease of feeding, and growth).
4. Feed the coral at least once every 3 days. This can be stretched to 4 or sometimes 5 if given heavy feedings. I never go beyond 4 though.
5. Maintain excellent and consistent water quality; not "dirty" water. Be very careful of lighting changes. Observe their behavior closely.
6. Watch for signs of new growth. If you succeed in the previous steps, the coral will grow.
7. Once the coral is settled, feeding, and growing, leave it where it is. If you need to make changes that affect their environment, do it slowly and carefully.
8. Identify and correct any problems that arise. There are a number of major and minor problems that can occur.
The summary makes it sound easy, but there are many potential twists and turns (and dead ends). For reference of my husbandry methods:
- I did a Goniopora Podcast (episode 45) with Rob Weatherly at
TalkingReef.com
- My Goniopora presentation at IMAC is available on DVD. It's almost 2 hours long. It covers much of my "System of Husbandry". (Tons of good information....I was nervous though :bigeyes: ) TheIMAC.org
- Also, there is my web site Goniopora.org.
- Plus, I'm currently writing a Goniopora Handbook
.John
Obi-dad
Active member
John, the reason I asked is because you said you and JeNnKerry are 'on complete opposite sides of the fence'. What do you feel is so opposite from them? Numbers 1-3 and 5-8 are all good advice for any corals. As I see it only item 4 is specific to goni husbandry, and I thought JeNnKerry also advocate feeding. What is the opposite side of the fence part? Just looking for other viewpoints, I value my gonis and want to make sure I am doing the best I can for them.
John Kelly
Goniopora Aficionado
I see, you are wanting more specifics on why I made the "opposite sides of the fence" comment.
- At the time, I was referring to the preference of lighting. I use Metal Halide and I think JENnKerry use PC.
- Implied, but not said, is that I use a lot of filteration and I think JENnKerry use less.
- Also, I feed once every three days and I think JENnKerry feed less.
The lighting preference could potentially affect No. 1 - 3, No. 5, and No. 8.
The filteration preference could potentially affect No. 4 - 6 and No. 8.
Does that help?
- At the time, I was referring to the preference of lighting. I use Metal Halide and I think JENnKerry use PC.
- Implied, but not said, is that I use a lot of filteration and I think JENnKerry use less.
- Also, I feed once every three days and I think JENnKerry feed less.
The lighting preference could potentially affect No. 1 - 3, No. 5, and No. 8.
The filteration preference could potentially affect No. 4 - 6 and No. 8.
In my eyes, Numbers 1-8 aren't just good advice for keeping Goniopora, they are a necessity. The summary makes it sound easy, but there are many potential twists and turns (and dead ends). With other corals, it is easier to be slack and skip a few steps.
Does that help?
JENnKerry
Premium Member
John's right. He uses halides and we use PCs. Our filtration isn't what you would call "top of the line" but it works for us and our water has remained very very stable. I think as far as feeding, we're both around the same. We feed around two to three times a week, sometimes a little less.
John Kelly
Goniopora Aficionado
It's Goniopora stutchburyi.
Similar threads
