Can soft corals handle high flow?

[pastime1]

I've got a 75-gallon tank with a couple of powerheads running at max. My Gorgonians seem fine, but the Xenia is looking kinda stressed. Anyone else seen this?

[flame9x]

Xenia's weird with flow. They like moderate movement, not direct blasting. What's your placement like? Mine thrive mid-tank, 6 inches from the powerhead, but wilt if too close. Also, check your nitrates—they're sensitive to dirty water.

[fable95]

I agree with flame9x. My Xenia did the same until I moved them lower. They're much happier now, and my Kenya Tree Coral loves the high flow up top. Maybe try adjusting their spot?

[luremaster_9]

Yo, my Xenia straight up melted in high flow. Switched to a wavemaker on pulse mode, and now they're chillin'. Maybe dial it back a notch?

[keeper]

Yo, my Xenia straight up melted in high flow. Switched to a wavemaker on pulse mode, and now they're chillin'. Maybe dial it back a notch?

Pulse mode's a solid call. I run mine at 30% intensity, 5-second intervals. Xenia's thriving, and my Zoas are happy too.

[zenix]

My tank's got crazy flow, but the Leather Corals don't mind. Xenia's just picky, man. Maybe try a different soft coral if the flow's non-negotiable.

[flavormix]

Flow's tricky. I've got a 120-gallon with dual MP40s. Xenia hates it, but my Sinularia and Toadstools are loving life. Maybe swap out the Xenia for something hardier?

[markida_4]

Xenia's a diva. My tank's got high flow, and they just won't cooperate. Switched to Ricordea and Mushrooms, and it's been smooth sailing. Sometimes you gotta cut your losses.

[pastime1]

Thanks for the tips, everyone. Gonna try moving the Xenia lower and tweaking the powerheads. Appreciate the help!

[fable95]

Good luck! Let us know how it goes. Soft corals can be finicky, but once you find their sweet spot, they're golden.