Protopalythoa spp. (Green) | M

Protopalythoa spp. (Green) is a visually striking soft coral featuring vibrant green polyps that gently sway with aquarium currents. This medium-sized specimen is suitable for hobbyists seeking to add dynamic colour and texture to their reef tanks.

Care Level: Moderate care is recommended, making it suitable for aquarists with some experience in maintaining soft corals.

Lighting Requirements: Prefers moderate lighting conditions. LED or T5 lighting systems that provide balanced PAR levels are ideal to maintain healthy growth and vibrant coloration.

Water Flow: Moderate water flow is best to ensure the polyps receive adequate nutrients while preventing detritus accumulation.

Placement: Position this coral on rockwork or substrate with enough space to prevent overgrowth or stinging interactions with neighbouring corals. It is advisable to maintain adequate spacing to support healthy expansion.

Diet: Primarily photosynthetic via symbiotic zooxanthellae but will benefit from occasional feeding of fine particulate foods such as phytoplankton or coral-specific liquid foods.

Reef Compatibility: Yes, with adequate spacing from other corals to avoid aggressive encounters.

Additional Notes: Protopalythoa spp. can contain palytoxin, a potent toxin, so handle with care and avoid direct contact with skin or inhalation of vapours when fragging or moving specimens.