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FragOutpost · 03-21-2005, 08:29 PM

I agree that lighting, spectrum and intensity, and nutrient levels play a role in coral coloration. From my own experience when I introduce corals into my tank they usually begin to shift color within the first seven days and usually stabilize after 3-4 weeks. Here is an example - Coral color shift
I have a big ball of chaeto in my fuge to help with nutrient levels.

03-21-2005, 08:29 PM	#10
FragOutpost Administrator Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: FL Posts: 1,333	I agree that lighting, spectrum and intensity, and nutrient levels play a role in coral coloration. From my own experience when I introduce corals into my tank they usually begin to shift color within the first seven days and usually stabilize after 3-4 weeks. Here is an example - Coral color shift I have a big ball of chaeto in my fuge to help with nutrient levels.