Why is my part of my torch receding?

[~MD~Reefs~]

Part of the torch head where it’s splitting is receding? Could it be because it’s splitting? Or is it still growing on the receding side of the head?

 

[Lavey29]

Torches do retract when splitting

 

[Gumbies R Us]

Are any of your other torches showing any signs of this or just that one?

 

[~MD~Reefs~]

Are any of your other torches showing any signs of this or just that one?

Just this one