WMAS Discussion Forum : What in the world?? http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:02:23 +0000 Sun, 21 Nov 2010 13:31:07 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=44804 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[What in the world?? : jaschall wrote:Could of this...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386376&title=what-in-the-world#386376 Author: bstuver
Subject: 44804
Posted: November 21 2010 at 1:31pm

Originally posted by jaschall jaschall wrote:

Could of this happend when you moved the tank. It kinda looks like it might of got crushed under a rock and now has a scab.


Not that I know of I placed him in the tank myself and he looked fine, so I doubt it. I think my alk being so low may have started it and then he continued to get it picked on probably by the hermits and shrimp in the tank.
]]> Sun, 21 Nov 2010 13:31:07 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386376&title=what-in-the-world#386376 <![CDATA[What in the world?? : Could of this happend when you...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386375&title=what-in-the-world#386375 Author: jaschall
Subject: 44804
Posted: November 21 2010 at 1:28pm

Could of this happend when you moved the tank. It kinda looks like it might of got crushed under a rock and now has a scab.]]> Sun, 21 Nov 2010 13:28:03 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386375&title=what-in-the-world#386375 <![CDATA[What in the world?? : So the starfish is looking better...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386373&title=what-in-the-world#386373 Author: bstuver
Subject: 44804
Posted: November 21 2010 at 1:21pm

So the starfish is looking better I have done a couple treatments and he is residing in the sump to heal:)]]> Sun, 21 Nov 2010 13:21:13 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386373&title=what-in-the-world#386373 <![CDATA[What in the world?? : CapnMorgan wrote:Jackie,...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386053&title=what-in-the-world#386053 Author: bstuver
Subject: 44804
Posted: November 19 2010 at 9:47am

Originally posted by CapnMorgan CapnMorgan wrote:

Jackie, I can't remember how much melafix per gallon the instructions say but I would try to stick close to that. Put the sat in a large bowl or container and then dose the melafix. Let it sit in the bowl for a good 45min to an hour (but be sure to keep it warm) then return the star to the tank (don't put the dip water back into your tank). I would do this every few days if it were me. I'd also make sure it gets plenty of food to help fight off whatever is causing it. 


Sounds good thank you:)
]]> Fri, 19 Nov 2010 09:47:58 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386053&title=what-in-the-world#386053 <![CDATA[What in the world?? : Jackie, I can&#039;t remember...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386050&title=what-in-the-world#386050 Author: CapnMorgan
Subject: 44804
Posted: November 19 2010 at 9:46am

Jackie, I can't remember how much melafix per gallon the instructions say but I would try to stick close to that. Put the star in a large bowl or container and then dose the melafix. Let it sit in the bowl for a good 45min to an hour (but be sure to keep it warm) then return the star to the tank (don't put the dip water back into your tank). I would do this every few days if it were me. I'd also make sure it gets plenty of food to help fight off whatever is causing it. 

Edited by CapnMorgan - November 19 2010 at 11:12am]]> Fri, 19 Nov 2010 09:46:33 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386050&title=what-in-the-world#386050 <![CDATA[What in the world?? : Sorry Mark I have had a rough...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386049&title=what-in-the-world#386049 Author: bstuver
Subject: 44804
Posted: November 19 2010 at 9:41am

Sorry Mark I have had a rough week and I took that to heartEmbarrassed I try to do as much research as I can before I purchase anythingSmile]]> Fri, 19 Nov 2010 09:41:36 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386049&title=what-in-the-world#386049 <![CDATA[What in the world?? : I placed him in my sump so that...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386048&title=what-in-the-world#386048 Author: bstuver
Subject: 44804
Posted: November 19 2010 at 9:39am

I placed him in my sump so that no one can pick on him, I will see if I can find him again and do a dip. Do I just place him in a bowl with some tank water and a bit of melafix? How much melafix to tank water? I am glad I saw him, however it could have been in the process of already happening as the tank was not taken care of very well and then add on top the alk being so low:( I feel awful as he is so cool and I hate to see any animal suffer. I am slowly raising my alk as well.
]]> Fri, 19 Nov 2010 09:39:39 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386048&title=what-in-the-world#386048 <![CDATA[What in the world?? : Exactly. That&#039;s why I&#039;m...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386045&title=what-in-the-world#386045 Author: Mark Peterson
Subject: 44804
Posted: November 19 2010 at 9:32am

Exactly. That's why I'm sad. That a hobbyist coming here would have such a problem and we have no idea what it is. I may think I know a lot, but I don't. I saw this thread soon after she posted. Not knowing what was causing the deterioration, I chose to wait and see.

Of course once this starts, fish might pick at it, Hermits and Bristleworms will definitely smell it and search it out.

The bigger questions are how did it begin in the first place and what is the best course to promote recovery? From what little I know, I believe Steve has hit the nail right on the head.

Edit> Jackie, I know that you care. I didn't mean any disrespect, though my words are often poorly chosen. I'll bet this Star was actually having problems before the tank came to your house. It may likely heal as you give it and the tank the TLC you are known for. Smile


Edited by Mark Peterson - November 19 2010 at 9:38am]]> Fri, 19 Nov 2010 09:32:30 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386045&title=what-in-the-world#386045 <![CDATA[What in the world?? : The starfish came with the red...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386043&title=what-in-the-world#386043 Author: bstuver
Subject: 44804
Posted: November 19 2010 at 9:28am

The starfish came with the red sea max I purchased so I did not buy him. If fact I haven't purchased any starfish as I haven't read up on them fully so please do not assume I was irresponsible in purchasing him. The tank was finished moving all that I kept over to it about 10 days ago. Unfortunately life has happened I completely forgot that I hadn't checked my params. The alk was extremely low I don't have it handy right this minute but I will post it later.]]> Fri, 19 Nov 2010 09:28:51 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386043&title=what-in-the-world#386043 <![CDATA[What in the world?? : Mark - don&#039;t be sad. I think...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44804&PID=386041&title=what-in-the-world#386041 Author: Shane H
Subject: 44804
Posted: November 19 2010 at 9:19am

Mark - don't be sad.  I think this thread is a great example of promoting education and responsible reef keeping.  We all learn when this type of thing is posted.  I have kept a lot of sea stars over the years and I've never seen this exact thing happen before - I have no idea what it is, but my initial thought it was either an bacteria caused infection or a deterioration caused by ???? .

Most of the deaths I have had go completely unresolved.  When we can see symptoms and discuss possible causes - we all learn what to avoid. 

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