Rye Acropora

Acropora secale

Family : Acroporidae

CoralMarineAcropora

Acropora secale is a branching coral with fine, dense branches, often brown or green. It is valued for its fast growth and ability to quickly colonize the aquarium.

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Popularity

SPS coral

small polyps, intense light

Availability

Order only

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

Indo-Pacific

Récifs coralliens de l'océan Indien et Pacifique tropical.

Description

Colonies of Acropora secale are arborescent, with fine, highly branched branches. Corallites are small and arranged in a spiral. Dominant color is light brown to olive green, sometimes with blue tips. This species is very hardy and adapts to various conditions. It grows fast and can become invasive. Behavior is semi-aggressive, requiring adequate spacing.

Habitat

Region :

Reef slopes and areas with high turbidity

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature24–28 °C

pH8.1–8.4

GH6–8 °dGH

KH7–12 °dKH

Salinity1.023–1.025 ‰

NO₃

≤ 5 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.05 mg/L

Calcium

≥ 400 ppm

Magnesium

≥ 1250 ppm

Light

High

Flow

High

Care

Difficulty

3/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

100 L

Min. group

Adult size

35 cm

Lifespan

7 years

Temperament

Semi-aggressive

Propagation

fragmentation

Care notes

Standard Acropora parameters: 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025. Intense lighting, strong flow. Calcium 400-450 ppm, magnesium 1250-1350 ppm, alkalinity 7-12 dKH. Nitrates <5 ppm, phosphates <0.05 ppm. Minimum tank volume 100 L. Beware of fast growth that may shade neighboring corals. Feed phytoplankton and fine particles.

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