Staghorn coral
Acropora cervicornis
Family : Acroporidae
CoralMarineSPS
Staghorn coral is an iconic SPS coral of the Caribbean, forming branching colonies.
Popularity
SPS coral
small polyps, intense light
Availability
Order onlyShop availability
IUCN Status
CR
Critically Endangered
Description
Acropora cervicornis is a fast-growing hard coral with thin, pointed cylindrical branches. It plays a key role in reef building. In aquariums, it requires intense lighting and strong water flow.
Habitat
Region :
Shallow coral reefs
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature24–28 °C
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12 °dGH
KH8–12 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 10 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Care
Difficulty
4/5
Diet
Suspension feeder
Min. tank
100 L
Min. group
1
Adult size
30 cm
Lifespan
10 years
Temperament
Peaceful
Propagation
fragmentation
Care notes
Maintain very stable water with high calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium levels. Avoid temperature fluctuations.
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