Ricordea yuma (Pink) is a stunning soft coral known for its vibrant pink hues and distinctive bubble-like polyps. This extra large specimen offers a bold splash of colour and texture, making it a popular choice for marine aquarium enthusiasts seeking to enhance their reef displays.
Lighting Requirements: Ricordea yuma thrives under moderate lighting conditions. LED or T5 lighting systems that provide a balanced spectrum are ideal to maintain its vivid colouration without causing bleaching.
Water Flow: Gentle to moderate water flow is recommended to ensure the coral’s polyps can extend fully without being damaged. Avoid strong currents that may stress the coral.
Placement: Place this coral on stable rockwork in areas where it can receive moderate light and gentle water movement. Ensure adequate spacing from neighbouring corals to prevent aggression and allow for healthy growth.
Care Level: Suitable for hobbyists with some experience in soft coral husbandry. Ricordea yuma is relatively hardy but benefits from stable water parameters and regular monitoring.
Diet: Primarily photosynthetic, Ricordea yuma derives energy from symbiotic zooxanthellae. Supplementary feeding with fine particulate foods such as phytoplankton or specialised coral foods can promote growth and vibrancy.
Reef Compatibility: Yes, with adequate spacing. This coral is generally reef safe but should be positioned to avoid contact with more aggressive species.
Origin: Not Provided
Maximum Size: Up to 15 cm in diameter for extra large specimens.
Minimum Tank Size: Recommended for tanks 75 litres and above to provide stable conditions.
