need some input

[blane perun]

I am interested in any input from reefers that have attempted

manipulating the below variables to enhance growth in coral,

or just general observations. Ex: (My Leathers do better at

8.1 PH than 8.5)

 

I have 5 dedicated systems and I am interested in tweaking

The environment in each to make it ideal for it’s inhabitants.

 

My base parameters to manipulate

Temp

Salinity

PH

 

Tanks - Systems

SPS

Leathers

Zoanthus / Palythoa

Discosoma / LPS

Sponge / Gorgonian

[tinyreef]

for softies and polyps, i've noticed faster growth at the higher temps (i.e. 80F+), i'd guess from the faster metabolisms derived from the temp. however, fuller blooming and expansion does not always equal good health ime. i do gauge true coral growth as a key health determinant tho.

 

for the filter feeders i would go opposite tho. the cooler environment and some low water motion should allow plankton to develop into the food chain imo.

[blane perun]

I was wondering that myself I thought for the Zoanthus and palythoa mayeb 80, and for Gorgs, Sponge Dendro's 77 maybe

even with a higher salinity like 1.026.5