Large Polyp Stony (LPS) corals.

Quarantining LPS (Large Polyp Stony) corals is a critical preventative measure for reef tanks. Here is a summary of why it matters:

• Disease Prevention: It allows for the early detection and treatment of fast-acting threats like Brown Jelly Disease, which can wipe out entire colonies in 24 hours.

• Pest Control: It provides a window to spot hidden hitchhikers (like gall crabs, flatworms, and Aiptasia) that often survive standard chemical dips.

• Environment Acclimation: A quarantine tank serves as a "buffer zone" where you can slowly adjust the coral to specific light and flow levels, preventing photo-shock.

• Health Observation: You can monitor for proper polyp extension and general stress in a controlled environment where treatment and water changes are easier to manage.