Spongy Montipora

Montipora spongodes

Family : Acroporidae

CoralMarineMontipora

Spongy Montipora forms thick, porous encrustations resembling a sponge. It is very hardy and suitable for beginners.

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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

This encrusting coral has a spongy texture, often brown, green or purple. Polyps are tiny and scattered. It colonizes shaded reef areas. Growth is slow but steady. It can cover large rock surfaces. It is very tolerant of fluctuating parameters. Ideal for beginner reef tanks.

Habitat

Region :

Coral reefs, shaded areas with low flow

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature24–28 °C

pH8.1–8.4

GH8–12 °dGH

KH8–12 °dKH

Salinity1.023–1.025 ‰

NO₃

≤ 30 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.2 mg/L

Calcium

≥ 400 ppm

Magnesium

≥ 1250 ppm

Light

Low

Flow

Low

Care

Difficulty

1/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

50 L

Min. group

Adult size

25 cm

Lifespan

12 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

fragmentation

Care notes

Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025. Calcium 400-450 ppm, magnesium 1250-1350 ppm. Low to moderate lighting. Low to moderate flow. Feed with phytoplankton. Minimum tank volume 50 L. Nitrates <30 ppm, phosphates <0.2 ppm. Compatible with all corals. Fragmentation by cutting.

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