Yellow Fiji Leathers

[ellebelle]

I have had great success with all softies put in my tank, so I am considering getting a yellow fiji leather (when I am sure my parameters are all back under control - they are getting there). I know they are more sensitive than other leathers to water quality and I should be very careful not to touch them because they're sensitive to the oils and bacteria on our skin. Is there anything else here that I don't know?

My major question is actually with lighting. Everything I've read said "moderate" lighting. Since I have PC lights, does this mean I should put it at the top of my tank? Or is this just "moderate" in comparison to other leathers? What have been your experiences?

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

Lissa I would say moderate lighting is not the best for that piece. High lighting and good flow for them is a must.

 

[deelucky]

i agree high light good flow.i've seened these go from open with nice ruffles to flat biege looking thing.

 

[Deanos]

High lighting to maintain the bright yellow coloration.

 

[1UCKY]

I have a frag myself in my 24 gallon aquapod. I situated it on top near the return nozzle. It's about 3" away from my PC's (64 watts); it's opened up nicely there....

 

[DevIouS]

I have a frag myself in my 24 gallon aquapod. I situated it on top near the return nozzle. It's about 3" away from my PC's (64 watts); it's opened up nicely there....

Opened up nicely, but it will eventually loose it's bright yellow.

Intense light is needed.

 

[ellebelle]

Okay, fair enough. I've been thinking seriously about upgrading to a MH, so I'll wait on this one until I make the switch.

 

[1UCKY]

Actually I have a friend that has the same leather as mines for the past year and it has retained it's yellow under power compacts....

 

[DevIouS]

I'd like to see a pic of that.