Sun coral update

[Rpalt1]

This is my sun coral that never opens aaargh!
I don't know what to try next. I've moved it, put in a seperate container to try and feed it but nothing. it will only expand partially and thats it Now i know why it was free lol

[MizTanks]

Be patient grasshopper It actually looks pretty healthy. I bet it opens when your sleeping

[Rpalt1]

Thanks Jamie..patience i got just keeping an eye on it. It's my first foray into non photo corals don't want it to die

[dputt88]

how long have you had it?

[jmowbray]

Maine took over a week to become adjusted and open finally.

[Rpalt1]

I've had it for 3 weeks.

[FlynnFish]

Make sure your feeding it everyday or at least every other day. It will start to open once it smells food after a few days of training (squirting it with brine shrimp/mysis shrimp with a turkey baster.)
They like shaded areas, they are naturally found in and near caves.