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Back in December, I purchased what I figured was a Green Slimer acropora. It's a coral I've always wanted to grow out, but due to the tank leaks over the past couple of years previous attempts were foiled. As it has been growing out, it is turning out to be a different coral. The blue hue in the skin is never seen on slimers.

Here's the coral the day I brought it home.

Here it is today. I took these pictures when the light above it was off, because it usually blows it out. This first shot wasn't intended to be taken this way, it was a test shot. BUT, I liked how you could see the waterline above, and decided to share it.

Check out all the growth in less than 60 days. New branching at the tip, as well as the middle of the frag.

This picture was taken from the end of the tank, putting it about 36" away from the lens. From this perspective the profile is somewhat easier to see. This SPS coral should turn into something really nice in the coming months.

I still need to locate a Green Slimer and a blue tort for my reef this year, maybe I'll get a frag at Next Wave in May.

Edit 3/29/14: