Finger Leather Dead/Dying?

[Jonah2940]

It hasn't lost any branches but there's small chunks missing on one or two of them. Can't see there being any major problems as my other one is doing great.

 

[Germanman]

It hasn't lost any branches but there's small chunks missing on one or two of them. Can't see there being any major problems as my other one is doing great.

if its loosing pieces try to clean and/or remove the rotting flesh so it doesnt spread...i think its just adjusting really still

 

[Victorio]

I have purchased a few leathers in the past months and this is a common characteristic. Some people say they take weeks, months to adjust to their new surroundings. After a good week or so they were out and looking brilliant.

When they shrivel like the one in your picture it can possibly be due to shedding like mentioned before (you can tell this sometimes by looking carefully at the leather as it will have a shine to it).

Like the guys have posted on this before, just keep an eye on it and see what happens.

 

[Jonah2940]

It's been two weeks now guys and my finger leather is looking worse everyday. Do you still think it's adjusting or have I lost it?
Sorry for the not so brilliant photo but my camera wouldn't focus properly.
Thanks.

 

[Germanman]

what are your current water parameters?
and maybe try some iodine in there.
also how is the current flow near it?

 

[Jonah2940]

Hi

Amm - 0
Nirite - 0
Nitrate - 5
PH - 8.3
SG - 1.024

It's in a medium flow part of the tank. My other finger leather and toadstool are literally growing everyday. I feed them twice a week with bottled coral food.

 

[Germanman]

hummm well everything looks good but u should test for phosphates.

 

[Catpicklesdog]

hummm well everything looks good but u should test for phosphates.

OH YES!!!!! (my favourite word!!!):mad2: :mad2:

 

[Jonah2940]

Thanks guys. Will upgrade my test kit the weekend and let you know.