Sinuous Trumpet Coral

Caulastrea sinuata

Family : Merulinidae

CoralMarineLPS

LPS coral with sinuous tubular polyps, forming dense colonies. Easy to care for.

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 sinuata is distinguished by its wavy, sinuous tubular polyps, often green or brown. Colonies can reach 20 cm. Polyps are longer than those of Caulastrea curvata. It is not very aggressive and grows well in aquariums. It feeds on plankton and small particles. Growth is moderate. It is hardy and suitable for beginners.

Habitat

Region :

Coral reefs, slopes and lagoons, on rocky 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

20 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. Compatible with most fish and corals. Easy propagation by fragmentation. Tolerates slightly variable conditions.

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