Been given a free frag but what is it please

[kenvance]

Would I be correct in assuming this is a trumpet coral? Anyone know precisely which one/scientific name please. Thanks in advance!

 

[Sniperhank]

Looks more like a blasto or an acan. Be easier to ID once it grows and spreads more.

 

[kenvance]

Hmm ok thank you. I will post another pic as soon as he opens up a bit thanks

 

[mr_X]

How large is that? Dime diameter? Nickel? Silver dollar?

 

[kenvance]

Emm good old British 50 pence piece lol. About a filler from last time I was over there if I remember correctly

 

[mr_X]

Ok...so that's 1.24".....That may be a Lobophyllia frag. A single head of a branching Lobo.

 

[kenvance]

Wow. That's precise lol. Many thanks for your help. It looks like that might just be what it is! I love how knowledgeable people are on here!

 

[nightowl2k]

mr_X,,,what would we do without him...always appreciated..

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[kenvance]

Ok so finally (after the addition of a splendid mandarin for some reason) the frag has finally opened up with clear tentacles. I've taken the picture under blue led in a dark room so it's really easy to make them out! Are we still looking at a Lobophyllia frag?

 

[mr_X]

Yes. One that would enjoy a small piece of mysis or other meaty food.

 

[kenvance]

And so he shall now have! Thanks again