Acanthastrea lordhowensis (Premium) is a stunning large polyp stony (LPS) coral prized for its vivid colours and relatively hardy nature, making it a popular choice among marine aquarists. This tiny variant is tank-bred, ensuring robust health and acclimatisation to captive conditions.
Lighting Requirements: Moderate lighting is ideal, such as T5 fluorescents or LED setups providing around 50-150 PAR. Avoid intense direct light to prevent bleaching.
Water Flow: Moderate, indirect water flow is recommended to keep the coral’s tissues healthy without causing damage to its delicate polyps.
Placement: Position this coral on the substrate or lower to middle areas of the tank. Provide adequate spacing from neighbouring corals to prevent aggressive interactions, as Acanthastrea can extend sweeper tentacles.
Diet: While photosynthetic, Acanthastrea lordhowensis benefits from supplemental feeding of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, or specialised coral foods to promote growth and vibrant colouration.
Care Level: Suitable for intermediate aquarists with some experience in maintaining stable water parameters and moderate lighting conditions.
Reef Compatibility: Yes, with adequate spacing from other corals to avoid aggression.
Origin: Tank-bred (origin not wild-collected), ensuring sustainable and ethical sourcing.
Maximum Size: Typically grows to around 10-15 cm in diameter under optimal conditions.
Minimum Tank Size: A minimum of 90 litres (20 gallons) is recommended to maintain stable water quality and accommodate growth.
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