What are these patches of dark brown stuff around my zoa?

LouisianaReefer

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Could anyone please tell me what is this dark brown stuff all around my zoa frag? Here is the pic below. Sorry it is slightly blurry.

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In another location I found some small rocks that had a patch of very fine, short brown fuzz on it. Of course I tossed it out. This may be the same stuff minus the brown fuzz yet. If anyone has pics of similar fuzz/fungus, please post them. That may help identify this fungus or parasite. Any recommended treatments to kill this stuff? I tried dipping this frag in Revive for 15 min yet it only helped stunt the growth of the brown patches. I have some Coral Rx dip on the way via mail that I will try with the frag.
 
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I'm assuming it's around the polyps, not in them.

I would try first hydrogen peroxide.
About 25% of hydrogen peroxide for 75% tank water for less than a minute to start with.
That should solve your problem along with a nutrient control.
You could try do a water change to help a bit. Keep skimmer running!
A better picture would be great!
Good luck!!

Grandis.
 
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