The Acanthastrea pachysepta (Splitcolour) is a stunning large polyp stony (LPS) coral prized for its vibrant, contrasting colour patterns. This premium tiny-sized specimen is tank-bred, ensuring acclimatisation to aquarium conditions and enhanced resilience.
Care Level: Moderate – suitable for hobbyists with some experience in LPS coral husbandry.
Lighting: Prefers moderate lighting, such as T5 fluorescents or LED setups with moderate PAR levels. Avoid intense direct lighting to prevent bleaching.
Water Flow: Moderate, indirect water movement is ideal to promote health and prevent detritus accumulation without stressing the polyps.
Placement: Position on the substrate or lower to middle areas of the reef tank. Provide adequate spacing from neighbouring corals to prevent aggressive interactions, as Acanthastrea can extend sweeper tentacles.
Diet: Primarily photosynthetic via symbiotic zooxanthellae but benefits from supplemental feeding of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp or specialised coral foods to encourage growth and colour vibrancy.
Reef Compatibility: Yes, with adequate spacing due to potential territorial behaviour.
Origin: Not Provided – tank-bred specimen.
Maximum Size: Typically grows up to 15 cm in diameter per colony under optimal conditions.
Minimum Tank Size: 75 litres (20 gallons) recommended to maintain stable water parameters and accommodate growth.
This premium tiny tank-bred Acanthastrea pachysepta (Splitcolour) is an excellent addition to any marine reef aquarium, offering vibrant colour and moderate care requirements. Regular water testing and stable parameters will ensure long-term health and display quality.
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