Trumpet Coral

Caulastrea curvata

Family : Merulinidae

CoralMarineLPS

LPS coral forming colonies of elongated tubular polyps. Easy to maintain and propagate.

Popularity

LPS coral

large polyps, low light

Availability

Specialty only

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

Indo-Pacific

Récifs coralliens de l'océan Indien et Pacifique tropical.

Description

Caulastrea curvata is characterized by curved tubular polyps, often green or brown, with flared tips. Colonies are small to medium, reaching 15 cm. Polyps are connected by a common coenosarc. It is not very aggressive and tolerates other corals well. It feeds on plankton and suspended particles. Growth is moderate. It is ideal for LPS beginners.

Habitat

Region :

Coral reefs, calm areas with hard substrate

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature24–27 °C

pH8.1–8.4

GH8–12 °dGH

KH8–12 °dKH

Salinity1.023–1.025 ‰

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.1 mg/L

Calcium

≥ 400 ppm

Magnesium

≥ 1250 ppm

Light

Medium

Flow

Medium

Care

Difficulty

2/5

Diet

Suspension feeder

Min. tank

50 L

Min. group

Adult size

15 cm

Lifespan

5 years

Temperament

Pacifique

Propagation

Fragmentation

Care notes

Parameters: temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025, calcium 400-450 mg/L, magnesium 1250-1350 mg/L. Moderate lighting, moderate flow. Minimum tank volume 50 L. Feeding: plankton, phytoplankton, particles. Compatible with most fish and corals. Easy propagation by fragmentation. Tolerates moderate variations.

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