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Acanthastrea
BeginnerAn LPS coral with metallic colors in large polyps. Australian specimens are popular as premium pieces.
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperature
24〜27℃
Lifespan
10+ years
Size
5-20cm
Diet
Photosynthesis, Liquid food
About
Acanthastrea (family Lobophylliidae) is a genus of large-polyp stony corals found on Indo-Pacific reef slopes, forming encrusting to hemispherical colonies of tightly packed polyps 1–3 cm in diameter. Color morphs span virtually the entire visible spectrum—green, red, orange, blue, and purple—with the most intensely patterned specimens achieving premium collector prices. Care requirements are modest: low to moderate lighting (50–150 PAR) and gentle indirect flow allow placement in a variety of reef zones. Stable parameters (24–27°C, KH 8–10, Ca 400–420 ppm) are standard. Sweeper tentacles present a minor aggression risk, so neighboring corals should be kept at a safe distance. Weekly target feeding noticeably improves polyp fullness and color intensity. Fragging by cutting through the skeleton is reliable and frags recover quickly. Acanthastrea's combination of brilliant color, low light tolerance, and ease of care makes it one of the most popular LPS in the reef hobby.
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Basic Info
Origin
Indo-Pacific reef slopes
Lifespan
10+ years
Size
5-20cm
Temperature
24〜27℃
Diet
Photosynthesis, Liquid food
Care Guide
Lighting
Care Specifications
- Carbonate (KH)
- 8–12 dKH
- Water Temp.
- 24–27℃
- Specific Gravity
- 1.023–1.025
- Salinity
- 33–35 ppt
- Calcium (Ca)
- 400–450 ppm
- Magnesium (Mg)
- 1280–1350 ppm
LPSLight: Medium (PAR 50-150)Flow: LowPlacement: Bottom
Sources: AlgaeBarn: SPS/LPS care (PAR/flow) / AlgaeBarn: Water Parameters 101
References & Sources
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Regulations & Conservation Status
CITES 附属書II
イシサンゴ目(Acanthastrea, Lobophylliidae)。CITES 附属書II。
Sources: DOC NZ / CITES-listed corals (Scleractinia spp. = App. II)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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