Bumpy Montipora
Montipora tuberculosa
Family : Acroporidae
A robust SPS coral with distinctive tubular corallites. Popular in reef aquaria for its fast growth and varied colors.
Description
Montipora tuberculosa forms encrusting or branching colonies with prominent tubercle-like corallites. Its color ranges from brown to green, sometimes pink or purple. The polyps are small and retractile, visible mainly at night. It is a hardy coral that tolerates slightly less stable conditions than other SPS. It grows quickly in calcium-rich and alkaline water. Its behavior is peaceful, but it can be sensitive to sudden parameter swings.
Habitat
Region :
Coral reefs, reef slopes, well-lit areas
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
Stable parameters: temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025, calcium 400-450 ppm, magnesium 1250-1350 ppm. Intense lighting (LED or metal halide) required for growth and coloration. Moderate to strong flow recommended. Feeding: photosynthetic, but appreciates phytoplankton and zooplankton supplements 1-2 times per week. Minimum tank volume: 80 liters for a small frag, 200 liters for a colony. Compatible with most reef fish and peaceful invertebrates. Avoid coral-eating fish. Easy to propagate by fragmentation.
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