How difficult is it to keep Acropora Tortuosa?

Advanced. This is an advanced-level species. It requires specialized equipment and advanced husbandry skills with precise environmental control.

What is the ideal temperature for Acropora Tortuosa?

The ideal temperature for Acropora Tortuosa is 24〜27℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the typical price for Acropora Tortuosa?

The price of Acropora Tortuosa varies significantly depending on variety, size, and individual quality. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Acropora Tortuosa

Q: What should I feed Acropora Tortuosa?

Acropora Tortuosa feeds on: Mainly nutrition from symbiotic zooxanthellae, supplemented with powdered or liquid coral foods and phytoplankton.. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

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Acropora tortuosa

A branching Acropora described by Dana in 1846 as Madrepora tortuosa. It is centred on the western Pacific and occupies an unusually wide depth band for the genus, from 1 to 30 m.

Difficulty

Advanced

Temperature

24〜27℃

Diet

Mainly nutrition from symbiotic zooxanthellae, supplemented with powdered or liquid coral foods and phytoplankton.

About

Acropora tortuosa was described by James Dwight Dana in 1846 as Madrepora tortuosa. SeaLifeBase records it as reef-associated at depths of 1-30 m in the tropical Indo-Pacific, between 1N and 30S and from 113E to 180E. The 1-30 m band recorded by SeaLifeBase is wider than that of most species in the genus. WoRMS treats Acropora implicata as a synonym. Its husbandry requirements are those of the genus: strong light, strong flow and a stable supply of alkalinity and calcium. The IUCN assessed it as Endangered in 2023 and it is listed on CITES Appendix II.

Source: WoRMS

Temperature & humidity for the Acropora Tortuosa

The ideal temperature for the Acropora Tortuosa is 24〜27℃.

Basic Info

Origin

Indo-Pacific, between 1N and 30S and from 113E to 180E

Temperature

24〜27℃

Diet

Mainly nutrition from symbiotic zooxanthellae, supplemented with powdered or liquid coral foods and phytoplankton.

Care Guide

Lighting

Requires strong light. AlgaeBarn cites successful Acropora keeping at PAR 800 or more. Start newly added colonies under reduced light and raise it over several weeks.

Flow & Placement

Care Specifications

Carbonate (KH): 8–12 dKH
Water Temp.: 24–27℃
Specific Gravity: 1.023–1.025
Salinity: 33–35 ppt
Calcium (Ca): 380–440 ppm
Magnesium (Mg): 1300–1400 ppm

SPSLight: High (PAR>150)Flow: HighPlacement: Top

Sources: LiveAquaria (Acropora valida) / LiveAquaria (Assorted Acropora Coral) / AlgaeBarn: A Quick Guide to LPS and SPS /

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Acropora tortuosa (Dana, 1846)

Synonyms: Madrepora tortuosa Dana, 1846, Acropora implicata (Dana, 1846)

Authority databases: WoRMS

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

CITES Appendix IIIUCN EN · Endangered

Domestic law: Collecting in Japanese waters is governed by each prefecture's fisheries adjustment regulations, which differ by prefecture. Okinawa Prefecture's regulations ban the collection of reef-building corals, including stony corals (Scleractinia), organ-pipe corals (Tubiporidae) and blue coral (Helioporacea); this covers corals naturally attached to quays or ropes, broken fragments lying on the seabed, and skeletons. Possessing or selling illegally collected corals is also banned. Cultured corals are exempt, and the prefecture advises buyers to confirm that a coral is cultured, on an artificial base or tagged.

Sources: CITES Appendix II (Scleractinia spp. listed as an order) / IUCN Red List (via SeaLifeBase)

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.