Proper quarantine procedure for SPS?

[ghever]

Hi Guys

Since I am converting to a mainly SPS dominated tank and new to SPS, I need your help.

I want to add them right... that means quarantine and meds if needed.

What is a proper QT method for acros?

Or is there a standard QT method for all SPS?

Is it mostly acros that have flatworms, red bugs, etc... or pretty much any SPS can?

Thanks for the help.

G

 

[The DOC]

Hey friend!

treat interceptor and flat worm exit!

Doc

 

[ghever]

sounds good... what is the treatment time and dosage for each?

 

[MiddletonMark]

Acropora can carry AEFW, Red bugs.
Montipora can carry Monti nudibranchs.
Most corals/rock/etc can carry eggs for the above.
There will be more pests, just give it time.

Personally, QT would mean 4-6 weeks minimum, with regular [weekly?] inspections with a hand-lens.
You can treat with interceptor [I run one full 6 hour treatment, like in the guide-thread]. For the others, nothing is proven to kill the eggs - so while you can dip, I would QT/inspect first/instead.