Montipora capitata | T

Montipora capitata is a stunning small polyp stony (SPS) coral prized for its vibrant colours and relatively fast growth. This listing features a tiny, tank-bred specimen, ideal for hobbyists looking to add a splash of colour and texture to their reef aquariums.

Lighting: Montipora capitata thrives under moderate to high lighting conditions. LED, T5, or metal halide lighting systems are suitable to support healthy growth and maintain vibrant pigmentation.

Water Flow: Provide moderate to strong water flow to ensure effective gas exchange and to prevent detritus settling on the coral’s surface. This also helps maintain coral health and encourages polyp extension.

Placement: Position this coral in the mid to upper regions of the aquarium where it can receive adequate light and water movement. Ensure sufficient spacing from neighbouring corals to prevent aggressive interactions and allow room for growth.

Care Level: Best suited for intermediate to advanced aquarists with stable water parameters and experience maintaining SPS corals.

Compatibility: Reef safe with adequate spacing. Avoid placing too close to aggressive corals that may cause tissue damage.

Water Parameters: Maintain stable conditions with temperature between 24-27°C, salinity 1.025-1.026, calcium 400-450 ppm, alkalinity 8-12 dKH, and magnesium 1250-1350 ppm.

Feeding: Primarily photosynthetic, Montipora capitata benefits from supplemental feeding of fine particulate foods such as phytoplankton or specialised coral foods, though not essential if lighting and water quality are optimal.

This tiny, tank-bred Montipora capitata is a beautiful addition to SPS coral collections, offering vibrant colour and dynamic growth. Ideal for UK marine aquarium enthusiasts seeking premium livestock with reliable acclimation and quality.