Plerogyra sinuosa (Green) | T

Plerogyra sinuosa, commonly known as Bubble Coral, is a captivating LPS coral prized for its unique bubble-like vesicles that gently sway in the aquarium current. This tiny tank-bred green variant offers vibrant colouration and an intriguing texture, making it a popular choice for marine reef enthusiasts.

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

Lighting: Prefers moderate lighting conditions. Too intense lighting may cause bleaching, while too low light can reduce growth and vibrancy.

Water Flow: Gentle to moderate water movement is ideal. Strong currents can damage the delicate vesicles, while stagnant water may encourage detritus buildup.

Placement: Position in a shaded or semi-shaded area of the reef tank, ensuring adequate space from neighbouring corals to prevent aggression. This coral can extend sweeper tentacles, so maintain a minimum spacing of 10cm from other corals.

Diet: Primarily photosynthetic via symbiotic zooxanthellae, but benefits from occasional target feeding with meaty foods such as mysis shrimp or specialised coral foods to support growth and health.

Compatibility: Reef safe with caution. While generally peaceful, it requires space to avoid contact with aggressive neighbours.

Origin: Not Provided.

Maximum Size: Typically grows up to 30cm in diameter under optimal conditions.

Minimum Tank Size: Recommended for tanks 100 litres or larger to provide stable water parameters and space.

Regular water quality monitoring and stable parameters are essential to maintain the health and vibrancy of this coral. Suitable for marine aquarists looking to add a visually striking and texturally unique LPS coral to their reef collection.