Leptastrea spp. are a genus of small polyped stony (SPS/LPS borderline) corals belonging to the family Faviidae. This premium Extra Extra Large specimen offers a striking and robust addition to mature reef aquariums.
Care Level: Moderate to advanced. Leptastrea spp. require stable water parameters and consistent care.
Lighting: Moderate lighting is recommended, ideally from LED or T5 fixtures providing a PAR range of approximately 100-200 µmol/m²/s. Avoid intense direct light to prevent bleaching.
Water Flow: Moderate, indirect water flow is best to ensure adequate nutrient delivery without causing tissue damage.
Placement: Position on rockwork or substrate with sufficient space from neighbouring corals to prevent aggression. This species can extend sweeper tentacles, so maintain at least 5-7 cm clearance.
Diet: Primarily photosynthetic via symbiotic zooxanthellae, but benefits from occasional feeding of fine particulate foods such as phytoplankton or coral-specific liquid foods.
Reef Compatibility: Yes, with adequate spacing to avoid coral warfare.
Origin: Not Provided. As this listing is to genus level, origin details are generalised.
Maximum Size: Not Provided. Typically, Leptastrea colonies can grow slowly over time, reaching several centimetres in diameter.
Minimum Tank Size: 75 litres (20 gallons) recommended to maintain stable water quality.
Regular monitoring of water parameters including calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium is essential to support healthy skeletal growth. Maintain stable temperature (24-26°C) and salinity (1.023-1.025 SG).
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