Coral Wish List

Reef Keeper · Nov 7, 2009

Coral Wish List

SPSs: Branching Yellow such as Portites Cylindrica or Cumulatus in particular.

LPSs: Unusual Ultra chalice such as Watermelon Taffy & "Acid Trip" Echinophyllia ($400 per eye-polyp)

Softie: Red- (rare) and / or Orange Cycloseris Tenuis

GreshamH · Nov 7, 2009

I have the branching yellow. Let me swing by the old house and see if I have enough to spare a frag for you

Reef Keeper · Nov 7, 2009

GreshamH said:
Let me swing by the old house.

Hi Gresham,

Wow. Didn't see that coming so soon. Super! Feels like Christmas in November :santa:. I'll keep my fingers crossed.

I've read that the these particular corals can be difficult to keep, yet I've had this large green prorities (on front left side in the foreground) for years and it's been easy peezy - though it's not a branching type. I'd be interested in your opinion.

Thank you very much. You're always "Johnny on the spot." :crown:

Happy Reefing,
Joel
R.K.

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GreshamH · Nov 8, 2009

It grows just fine and isn't that demanding. I may be by today to see it, if so I'll let you now. I do know of some up in Oakland as I gave half mine to a friend years ago.

Reef Keeper · Nov 8, 2009

GreshamH said:
It grows just fine and isn't that demanding.

GTk.

iani · Nov 8, 2009

IMO the acid trip chalice isn't really that nice. That picture you posted was taken in all actinic lighting and the saturation was bumped up. Really not worth the 400 dollar price tag.

kinetic · Nov 8, 2009

Reef Keeper said:
I have a good eye for beauty, such as my wife. I waited 8 years for us to marry; now we've been together 19 years. Knowing what you like and being patient brings its own rewards.

cute! you'll get plenty of points for that one

That's quite a crazy looking chalice. Go for it!

Reef Keeper · Nov 8, 2009

iani said:
IMO the acid trip chalice isn't really that nice. ...Really not worth the 400 dollar price tag.

I agree with some of your comments. The author does state the photo was taken under "optimized lighting conditions." and with RAW, folks can super saturate like you pointed out. While I could not justify paying $400 per eye, I think this is an unusual piece, and when I can afford it, or preferably, find it with a hobbyist, I'd welcome it with open arms. I have a good eye for beauty, such as my wife. I waited 8 years for us to marry; now we've been together 19 years. Knowing what you like and being patient brings its own rewards.

For inquiring minds - Here's a link to the Reef Builder's Article. http://www.reefbuilders.com/2009/02/22/coral-centerfold-deal-echinophyllia/

Interesting article. Discuses morphing which is something I want to explore further and could be controversial (such as cloning and genetic engineering) if not fun to experiment with the idea; and using less expensive pieces none-the-less.

Thank you for following my thread and posting. It's always great when you chime in. I appreciate your comments, knowledge and commitment to the hobby and BARs.

Happy Reefing,
Joel
R.K.

Reef Keeper · Nov 8, 2009

kinetic said:
cute! you'll get plenty of points for that one

That's quite a crazy looking chalice. Go for it!

Thank you Man. Iz callz zem as I seez zem.

Reef Keeper · Dec 13, 2009

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