Symphyllia spp. (Splitcolour) is a striking large polyp stony (LPS) coral belonging to the Mussidae family. This Tiny variant features vibrant splitcolour patterns that add a splash of colour and texture to any reef aquarium.
Care Level: Moderate. Symphyllia spp. require stable water parameters and moderate husbandry experience.
Lighting Requirements: Moderate lighting is ideal, such as LED or T5 fixtures providing a PAR range of approximately 50-150 µmol/m²/s. Avoid intense direct light to prevent bleaching.
Water Flow: Low to moderate water flow is recommended to ensure adequate nutrient delivery while preventing tissue damage.
Placement: Place on the substrate or lower to middle sections of the tank. Ensure adequate spacing from neighbouring corals to prevent aggressive interactions, as Symphyllia spp. can extend sweeper tentacles.
Diet: Primarily photosynthetic via symbiotic zooxanthellae, but 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. Care should be taken to avoid placing near aggressive corals.
Minimum Tank Size: Not Provided. However, a stable reef environment of at least 75 litres (20 gallons) is recommended for maintaining water quality and coral health.
Origin: Not Provided.
Maximum Size: Not Provided. Growth rates vary, but Symphyllia spp. typically form sizeable colonies over time.
Regular monitoring of water parameters, including calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium, is essential to support skeletal growth and overall health.
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