Agaricia brain coral

Symphyllia agaricia

Family : Mussidae

CoralMarineLPS

LPS coral forming massive colonies with sinuous valleys. Valued for its brain-like texture.

Popularity

LPS coral

large polyps, low light

Availability

Specialty only

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

Caribbean

Récifs de l'Atlantique Ouest tropical.

Description

Agaricia brain coral is a massive LPS coral with fleshy polyps arranged in sinuous valleys. Color ranges from beige to olive green, sometimes with purple hues. It is relatively hardy and tolerant, but requires stable water and moderate lighting. Can be fed zooplankton.

Habitat

Region :

Shallow reefs, reef slopes with moderate current

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature24–28 °C

pH8–8.4

GH8–12 °dGH

KH7–12 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 10 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.1 mg/L

Care

Difficulty

2/5

Diet

Carnivore

Min. tank

80 L

Min. group

Adult size

30 cm

Lifespan

15 years

Temperament

paisible

Propagation

fragmentation

Care notes

Temperature 24-28°C, salinity 1.024-1.026, pH 8.0-8.4. Moderate lighting (PAR 100-150). Moderate to low flow. Feed zooplankton once a week. Avoid direct contact with other corals.

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