When can I replace my deceased hammer?

[P6R]

I had a hammer coral suffer RTN last week which I suspect was initiated due to my own clumsiness hunting a crab (!). Iodine dips etc couldn't save it unfortunately and it was removed from the tank 4 days ago.

Short question is, should I do anything to my tank before introducing a replacement? (Is the water contaminated?)

 

[PSU4ME]

I'm not certain but rtn is a bacteria based problem. I wouldn't worry too much but I would to a good clean up, blow off rocks, water change, media swap etc if you havent

 

[Mr.Reeefer]

Good luck with the clean up and the replacement hammer!!

 

[ReefLady]

Sorry for your loss. I love hammers.

I would probably give it a week or two and as PSU4me mentioned, a water change and some activated carbon never hurt.

Good luck with the replacement!

 

[P6R]

Thanks guys. Done the media change and will sort the general tank clean out too as suggested. Appreciate the advice.

I have to confess I'm a little gutted. Can't stand seeing things die and especially not something as nice as my hammer was.

A good clean out and I'll do some shopping at Christmas.