2012 Michigan Coral Expo and Swap Raffle

[BeakerBob]

TRACHYPHYLLIA

This is an Ultra grade Trachyphyllia brain coral with red/orange/purple & white coloration!

Trachyphyllia information: The Trachyphyllia Brain Coral is a Large Polyp Stony (LPS) coral, often referred to as the Pacific Rose Coral, or an Open Brain Coral. It does best in a well established reef aquarium that incorporates moderate to strong lighting and a moderate water current within the aquarium, along with the addition of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. These corals prefer to be placed on a sandy substrate, with plenty of space between it and other corals, as it is sensitive to stings from its neighbors.

It contains the symbiotic algae zooxanthellae from which it receives the majority of its nutrition through photosynthesis. They also benefit from occasional feedings of meaty items, like shrimp, clam and squid. They should only be offered food when the tentacles are fully expanded, which is typically during the night time hours. (info taken from LiveAquaria)



GREEN AND YELLOW TRACHYPHYLLIA

This is an exceptionally great looking Trachyphyllia with green and yellow colors!

[buk]

this livestock is so sweet it's gonna make me puke.

[Pinky and the Brain]

Alright Buk, I am guessing we are living on noodles for a long time cause well, my paycheck this week is going towards the raffle and probably a few pieces of coral that I won't be able to resist. Snowflake clowns, a Reefkeeper saw, some sweet LEDs, and awesome coral. Bring on the swap and the raffle, I'm ready!

[jimsflies]

And we still have even more good stuff to post..after all we are still 9 days away!

[purerebel]

Stop it Jim, no don't, keep bringing it on! Took all the OT I could the last couple of weeks and next week so I can slip some cheese past the wifey for the raffle! BRING IT ON!

[buk]

great. looks like i'm gonna be losing all the weight i've gained since getting stuck behind a desk all day. thank you raffle lol.

[BeakerBob]

MORE LIVESTOCK FOR THE RAFFLE!!

This Catalaphyllia Coral is absolutely elegant!! It is a large green specimen with different color tips.

Catalaphyllia information: The Catalaphyllia Elegance Coral is a large polyp stony (LPS) often referred to as Elegant Coral, Wonder Coral, or Ridge Coral. It is truly the most unique and interesting stony coral known. Its polyps are extended during the day showing off its vast array of color-tipped tentacles. Under actinic lighting, the fluorescent qualities are beautiful with lime green, blue, orange, or purple-tipped tentacles which vary between branched or round and bulbous shapes. The most common color variety available to aquarists is gold with pink or purple-tipped polyps.

The Catalaphyllia Elegance Coral is moderate to maintain in the reef aquarium and makes an excellent choice for the beginner to expert hobbyist. Provide ample space in the aquarium between it and other neighboring corals as it will expand to twice its usual size during the day and will sting other corals in close proximity to it. It is best to place the skeleton of the coral into a soft substrate. The soft substrate is less likely to irritate the fleshy underside of the coral when compared to the rockwork. Clownfish may accept this coral as its host if no anemone is present. Use caution when handling, as it is very fragile and can also sting its handler. (info taken from LiveAquaria)

[BeakerBob]

OMG!! LOOK AT THE COLOR AND SIZE OF THESE ZOANTHID ROCKS!!

ZOA COLONIES These large colonies of red, green, orange & pink zoas will be the envy of your fellow reefers!

[Fish Dad]

THOSE ARE AWESOME!!!!

[BeakerBob]

Tunze Turbelle Nano Stream 6015

Tunze Turbelle Nano Stream 6015 combines aesthetics and function; it creates new ideas. This innovative circulation pump sets up a new record: At a diameter of only 70 mm (2.7 in.) it enables a water flow of 1,805 l/h (475 USgal./h) at an energy consumption of only W.
The pump contains a very large prime strainer for the water drawn in which prevents premature soiling. The spherical shape permits an ingenious 3D setting of the direction of flow. As a standard feature, Turbelle nanostream is supplied with a magnetic holder, which enables uncomplicated attachment at any position on the aquarium pane.

Turbelle nanostream 6015 (6015.000)

* For aquariums from 10 to 100 litres (5 to 30 USgal.)
* Flow rate: 1,805 l/h (475 US gal./h)
* Energy consumption: W
* Voltage / frequency: 230V/50Hz (115V/60Hz)
* Cable length: 2 m (78.7 in.)
* Dimensions: diam. 70 mm (2.7 in.), outlet: diam. 40/15 mm (1.5 / .59 in.)
* Magnet will accommodate up to 1/4" thick glass.