Ich and corrals

Question
In my tank I have a strand of Ich which can not be cured with copper it actually needs quinine sulfate. I have removed all my fish into a separate tank but still have my corrals in the ich tank. Can corrals catch ich?  

Answer
Jenna,

Great question regarding (MI) Marine Ich (Cryptocaryon irritans).

The parasite infects fish.

Invertebrates, snails, crabs, corals, plants, live rock etc. are not affected/infected by MI, but the MI can be in their water, shells, surface etc.

For further detailed information regarding Marine Ich, see this link below.
http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/fish-diseases-treatments/23132-marine-ich-my...

Regards,
David

All Experts - Editor

Orange County Reef Aquatics http://www.ocreef.com - Director