Yellow Finger Gorgonian Dead?

[Slurpeeatwork]

How do you know if a Yellow Finger Gorgonian is still alive? It has not been out in about 2 weeks now. Water conditions are just fine, just had them tested at the LFS when I picked up a few corals today (blueberry gorgonian, galaxia and ricordia).

 

[gh0st]

If it is still yellow, it's still alive. All the tissue decays and leaves a brown/black twig like skeleton when they die.

 

[scuba guy ron]

You probly shouldnt be buying corals if you aren't sure if something in the tank is alright IMO. You should also read up on the animal even signs of stress/death before you purchase it so you know what to look for. Not trying to be a jerk since I used to do the same thing. The yellows are considered advanced as they are not photocynthetic.

 

[Gamepro_inc]

Also they like a lot of flow (I mean alot) so if any algea is on it, it can be blown off. This may be your problem try placing it by your return outlet.