acclimating LPS corals

[floralpup]

Just got a new Duncan and some Acans, but they're not opening up like my others did. My tank's a 40 breeder, running two AI Primes, salinity at 1.025, temp 78. Any tips to help them settle in faster?

[burrkat]

How long have they been in the tank? Sometimes LPS take a few days to adjust, especially if they were shipped. I'd check your flow too, Duncans like moderate movement, not too direct.

[dubl]

yo, my acans were sketchy at first too. i drip acclimated for like 90 mins, kept the lights low for a couple days. they perked up after that. maybe cut the blues for a bit?

[sakurafly]

yo, my acans were sketchy at first too. i drip acclimated for like 90 mins, kept the lights low for a couple days. they perked up after that. maybe cut the blues for a bit?

Agree on the lighting. I've had luck with a 3-day ramp-up from 10% to full intensity. Also, what's your alkalinity sitting at? Acans can be fussy if it's swinging.

[Lunox]

Mine didn't open for a week. Then one day they just did. Maybe give it time?

[Sweetie]

Duncans can be drama queens. Mine sulked for days after a water change. If your params are stable, they'll come around.

[floralpup]

Thanks, all! I'll dial back the lights and check my alk. It's usually around 8.5 dKH, but I'll test again tonight.

[burrkat]

Thanks, all! I'll dial back the lights and check my alk. It's usually around 8.5 dKH, but I'll test again tonight.

8.5's solid. If they're still closed after a few days, try target feeding with some mysis. Sometimes they just need a snack to feel at home.

[dubl]

for real, food fixes everything. my acans go nuts for reef roids. just don't overdo it or you'll mess with your nutrients.

[sakurafly]

Also, what's your nitrate and phosphate looking like? LPS can be weird if they're too low. Mine like nitrates around 5-10 ppm.