Blastomussa wellsi (Red) (2 hds.) (frag)

Blastomussa wellsi (Red) is a captivating large polyp stony (LPS) coral prized for its striking red coloration and fleshy polyps. This small frag is tank-bred, ensuring robust health and acclimatisation to aquarium conditions.

Care Level: Moderate – suitable for aquarists with some experience in LPS coral husbandry.

Lighting Requirements: Moderate lighting is ideal. LED or T5 lighting systems providing a PAR range of approximately 50-150 µmol/m²/s support healthy growth and vibrant colouration.

Water Flow: Moderate, indirect water flow is recommended to prevent tissue damage while ensuring adequate nutrient exchange.

Placement: Position this coral on the substrate or lower to middle areas of the reef tank. Ensure adequate spacing from neighbouring corals to avoid aggressive interactions, as Blastomussa wellsi can extend sweeper tentacles.

Diet: While photosynthetic, Blastomussa wellsi benefits from supplemental feeding of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, or specialised coral foods 1-2 times weekly.

Reef Compatibility: Yes, with adequate spacing from other corals to prevent stinging and overgrowth.

Origin: Not Provided – tank-bred specimens.

Maximum Size: Typically grows to approximately 10 cm per head under optimal conditions.

Minimum Tank Size: 75 litres (20 gallons) recommended to maintain stable water parameters and accommodate growth.

Regular water quality monitoring and stable parameters (temperature 24-26°C, salinity 1.023-1.025, pH 8.1-8.4) will ensure this coral thrives in your marine aquarium.