The Burning Banana Montipora (Stylocoeniella-Montipora spp.) is a captivating small polyp stony (SPS) coral frag prized for its vibrant yellow and orange hues, adding a splash of colour and texture to reef tanks. This frag is cultivated through careful aquaculture practices, ensuring a healthy and sustainable addition to your marine aquarium.
Care Level: Moderate to advanced. This coral requires stable water parameters and attentive husbandry.
Lighting Requirements: Moderate to high lighting is recommended, ideally provided by LED or T5 fixtures capable of delivering PAR values suitable for SPS corals.
Water Flow: Moderate to strong water movement is essential to maintain coral health and prevent detritus accumulation.
Placement: Position the frag in the mid to upper regions of the aquarium to optimise light exposure and water flow. Ensure adequate spacing from neighbouring corals to prevent aggression and allow growth.
Diet: Primarily photosynthetic, deriving energy from symbiotic zooxanthellae. Supplementary feeding with fine particulate foods such as phytoplankton or specialised coral foods can enhance growth.
Reef Compatibility: Yes, with adequate spacing. This coral is generally reef safe but may engage in chemical warfare or overgrow nearby corals if placed too closely.
Origin and Size: Origin not provided; maximum size varies depending on growth conditions. Frag size is suitable for immediate placement in established reef systems.
Regular monitoring of water quality parameters such as calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium is advised to support optimal growth and coloration.
