Subseriata stylophora

Stylophora subseriata

Family : Pocilloporidae

CoralMarineSPS

A hardy SPS coral with thick, rounded branches, suitable for intermediate reef keepers.

Subseriata stylophora — photo 1 sur 4 — Ratha Grimes · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.01 / 4

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

Stylophora subseriata is an SPS coral from the Pocilloporidae family. It forms massive or branching colonies with inconspicuous corallites. Coloration ranges from brown to green, sometimes with pink or purple tips. It is relatively tolerant of parameter fluctuations, making it a good choice for SPS beginners. Requires moderate to high lighting and moderate water flow.

Habitat

Region :

Shallow coral reefs, well-lit areas

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature24–26 °C

pH8.1–8.4

GH8–12 °dGH

KH8–12 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 10 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.1 mg/L

Care

Difficulty

3/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

100 L

Min. group

Adult size

20 cm

Lifespan

10 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

Fragmentation

Care notes

Maintain temperature 24-26°C, salinity 1.024-1.026, pH 8.1-8.4, dKH 8-12. Lighting PAR 200-300. Moderate flow. Feed with phytoplankton or liquid coral foods 1-2 times per week.

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