Subglabrous Acropora

Acropora subglabra

Family : Acroporidae

CoralMarineAcropora

Acropora subglabra is a coral with smooth, fine branches, often cream or pale pink. It is valued for its delicate appearance and moderate growth.

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 subglabra are arborescent, with fine, smooth branches, almost without prominent corallites. Tips are rounded. Color ranges from cream white to pale pink, sometimes with purple hues. This species is sensitive to water quality. Growth is moderate. It is less aggressive than other Acropora. It can be kept in groups if space is sufficient.

Habitat

Region :

Shallow reefs, calm and sheltered areas

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

25 cm

Lifespan

8 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

fragmentation

Care notes

Stable parameters: temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025. Intense lighting, moderate to 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. Avoid high nutrient levels. Compatible with other peaceful SPS corals. Feed fine plankton 1-2 times per week.

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