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[NewReefAdventure]

To add, it's an Anacropora, also known as a briar coral. They tend to grow densely overlapping branches that grow together looking like a briar patch tangled together.

Similar conditions as an Acro on light needs but less sensitive and an easier to grow SPS. Needs good water flow as to the tangled branches really block flow as well as light.

Thank you very much for the additional information! We have 1 other anacropora so I put him at the same level opposite side of the tank. The other is just starting to grow new branches so great to know what to expect.

 

[tbrown3589]

To add, it's an Anacropora, also known as a briar coral. They tend to grow densely overlapping branches that grow together looking like a briar patch tangled together.

Similar conditions as an Acro on light needs but less sensitive and an easier to grow SPS. Needs good water flow as to the tangled branches really block flow as well as light.

Which is interesting because I can keep Acros alive but I've killed every Anacropora I've ever had ...

 

[stoney7713]

Which is interesting because I can keep Acros alive but I've killed every Anacropora I've ever had ...

Really? Because I was given one very early and it has done well. Every tank is different I guess.

 

[tbrown3589]

Really? Because I was given one very early and it has done well. Every tank is different I guess.

I haven't tried Anacropora since bringing phosphates up. It could very well have been that.

 

[stoney7713]

I haven't tried Anacropora since bringing phosphates up. It could very well have been that.

Possibly. I say try again! I want to get a few more personally. I like the twisted look.

 

[maxthisout]

Order has arrived and fingers crossed my first RFAs enjoy their location.

One of the things I Iove about ordering from TSA, other than @TopShelfAquatics, is that my Clown Car Chalice is a much larger than I expected. Not the first time that a piece has grown since the photo was taken for the website. You guys rock!

 

[TopShelfAquatics]

Order has arrived and fingers crossed my first RFAs enjoy their location.

One of the things I Iove about ordering from TSA, other than @TopShelfAquatics, is that my Clown Car Chalice is a much larger than I expected. Not the first time that a piece has grown since the photo was taken for the website. You guys rock!


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[maxthisout]

We are batting .500, one stuck other keeps trying to make a run for it onto the back wall.

They are pretty darn cool, now I know why folks kept asking about the Splatter RFAs.

 

[mrpontiac80]

Well I was hoping to show off my high end mystery sps items that were scheduled for delivery today, but the package was delayed in Memphis TN. So two days in a box, I’m crossing my fingers that tomorrow things are not grim. Obviously no blame on Top shelf.

 

[maxthisout]

Well I was hoping to show off my high end mystery sps items that were scheduled for delivery today, but the package was delayed in Memphis TN. So two days in a box, I’m crossing my fingers that tomorrow things are not grim. Obviously no blame on Top shelf.

Two days should be more than fine, if not very stressful for you and less than ideal. I spent three days last week waiting for a package they kept saying "Out for Delivery." Did you call and mention it contains live animals, that's usually how I get things moved along.

Shipping in 2023 has not been great so far, which is a bummer because it's not on the seller.

 

[mrpontiac80]

Two days should be more than fine, if not very stressful for you and less than ideal. I spent three days last week waiting for a package they kept saying "Out for Delivery." Did you call and mention it contains live animals, that's usually how I get things moved along.

Shipping in 2023 has not been great so far, which is a bummer because it's not on the seller.

I’m hoping it will be ok. Great thing is that the weather right now is around 50° at night and around 70 daytime. At least here anyway in AR. I was watching tracking noticed they hadn’t updated since 7:45 am in Memphis. Normally the next stop is here. Figured mechanical issues but who knows.

 

[BuilderT]

Best of luck to everyone on their coral shipments. I put mine off till the 19th since I knew this week of work would be way to busy. 8 more days till I get to see my beautiful corals!

 

[teethdoctor23]

My mystery high end SPS were Dan Akyroyd, Maleficent, and Daydream. Just a heads up

 

[mrpontiac80]

So as promised, I told someone during the live sale that I would share what high end sps mysteries I received. My shipping was delayed yesterday and with a little worry I received and opened them up today. They look to be in great shape even though they spent 2 days in a box. Here they are. Pics taken with all blues with a little white and orange filter. Last pic taken in my daytime light schedule
5 high end mystery sps in order from left to right. Thanks as always!!! @TopShelfAquatics
Bill Murray
Spyro the dragon
The fuzz
Arc firework
Fruity pebbles
- not mystery TSA raspberry limeade
- not mystery TSA pink halo monti
- not mystery Purple monti cap

 

[Not woodyarmadillo]

Man I’m thinking I should’ve bought the high end SPS packages, that’s crazy

 

[mrpontiac80]

Man I’m thinking I should’ve bought the high end SPS packages, that’s crazy

I’ve never been disappointed with them. Obviously if you get the in different sales you might get a duplicate but you can’t go wrong with the price.

 

[maxthisout]

Magnifier works awesome if anyone was curious

@jasonak I just got mine today and the orange filter arrives tomorrow. Very cool addition to the set-up. Thank you for the reminder to get one.

 

[Not woodyarmadillo]

I’ve never been disappointed with them. Obviously if you get the in different sales you might get a duplicate but you can’t go wrong with the price.

I bought 3 of the regular SPS mystery and 3 LPS mystery and a few Zoas. Hoping to get a couple acros. We will see. I tried to go in and see if any of the mystery high end SPS were left but don’t see any. I’ll be getting a couple next sale.

 

[BuilderT]

So as promised, I told someone during the live sale that I would share what high end sps mysteries I received. My shipping was delayed yesterday and with a little worry I received and opened them up today. They look to be in great shape even though they spent 2 days in a box. Here they are. Pics taken with all blues with a little white and orange filter. Last pic taken in my daytime light schedule
5 high end mystery sps in order from left to right. Thanks as always!!! @TopShelfAquatics
Bill Murray
Spyro the dragon
The fuzz
Arc firework
Fruity pebbles
- not mystery TSA raspberry limeade
- not mystery TSA pink halo monti
- not mystery Purple monti capView attachment 3106925View attachment 3106926View attachment 3106923
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I can't wait till I'm ready for sps! They look great!

 

[mrpontiac80]

I can't wait till I'm ready for sps! They look great!

I feel like as long as your parameters are stable, all you need is flow and lights. The fastest growing most hardy sps I have is a blueberry stylo. It’s a good one to try.