![]() To be honest, I still do not remember how it came to pass that I started writing for this hobby, as I worked in sales and marketing in oncology, and never did this as more than a hobby. ![]() Back then there were almost a dozen, as there was no internet, and the only way information was spread was either through magazines or by word of mouth. There were very few of us back then in the US, probably less than a dozen people that I know of, and for whatever reason, I started writing about my experiences starting in SeaScope magazine and eventually writing for all of the aquarium magazines of that era. And that has what has probably kept me interested in this hobby for all this time.įor those of you who do not know who I am or my background, and why should you, as 70% of hobbyists have been doing this for less than five years, I have had a “reef tank” since 1984, and it was not even called that then, back then it was a “mini-reef”. But more so because as I read articles and scientific papers or talk with long-time friends, I still realize there is much we do not know but luckily, I still enjoy learning. I say that as from time to time I still make mistakes, like flooding the floor, leaving a millimeter of space open that a fish jumps through, or trusting a heater to function properly without checking. While I have now had reef tanks for almost 40 years, I can honestly say not only has the time passed quickly, it does when you are having fun, but in a lot of ways I still feel like a beginner. Instead, I am going to try and be like a kindly old uncle and share my experience and advice and try to help as much as I can. To be honest, it is kind of bittersweet, as it is not quite the same as it was when I was having weekly interactions with Jake, who I still miss dearly, and to make it clear, who I am not trying to replace, as he truly is irreplaceable. Well, after a brief six-year hiatus, I am happy to be back writing for Reef Builders on a regular basis. ![]() Due to a brilliant variety of colors, the Ricordea genus are some of the most sought after mushrooms around today.I’m Back. Ricordea mushrooms are usually bright or even fluorescent in intensities. They require supplemental feeding of small leafy foods like planktons and brine shrimp, in addition to its diet of macro algae tissue. This mushroom coral are photosynthetic and carnivorous. The Ricordea Florida Mushroom Coral was discovered by the famous 19th century aquatic explorer duel of Duchassaing and Michelotti in 1860, which are also credited in discovering the Florida Corallimorpharian, False Coral, Coral Anemone, and Stubby Anemone. In the wild this genus of coral can be found growing on rocky surfaces, rubble, or growing upright on dead corals. The Ricordea Florida Mushroom Coral are known to inhabit the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. No matter the species, it is always a good idea to give all the corals in your tank plenty of space to thrive and grow. Still be weary and make sure that you provide sufficient space for both the established colony and the newly introduced Ricordea Florida Coral to thrive. It is not aggressive and would make good tank mates to most established coral colonies. Like other species of mushrooms, the Ricordea Florida Coral can handle higher nitrates than SPS or LPS corals. If the coral does not get the sufficient lighting and/or water they will just float around the tank until they find a suitable spot that meets their preferences or have an unpleasant encounter with a pump. The Ricordea Florida, unlike most other Mushroom Coral requires moderate attention and can tolerate more light. Due to their toxicity, adding active carbon would also be a good idea, especially for larger colonies of mushrooms. In order to keep a healthy and happy Ricordea Florida Mushroom Coral would will have to change the water 10 % bi-monthly or 20 % a month, provide a reef atmosphere with proper magnesium levels, proper iodine levels are also essential. Most experts will concur that this coral is the king of the Corallimorphs, and as far as they are concerned there are none that can compare to their illustrious color combinations, growth speed and easiness of care. ![]() Since the Ricordea Florida Coral Mushroom do not require a lot, keeping them alive and well in your tanks is not too complicated. Most Ricordea Florida Mushroom Corals grow and reproduce slowly therefore knowing how to properly frag them can certainly speed up the process. ***FREE***įlorida Coral is popular for the lush green ambiance that they can generate inside of a reef tank.
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