Robust Acropora
Acropora robusta
CoralMarine
Colonies of Acropora robusta are massive or dome-shaped, with short, thick branches. Corallites are large and spaced, giving a rough texture. Color ranges from beige to dark brown, sometimes with bluish tips. This species tolerates less stable conditions than other Acropora. Growth is slow to moderate. Behavior is semi-aggressive, but less than other species.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| GH | 6–8 |
| KH | 7–12 |
| Salinity | 1.023–1.025 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 10 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.1 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank80 L
Min. group1
Adult size25 cm
Lifespan10 ans
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Care notes
Parameters similar to other Acropora: temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025. Moderate to intense lighting, moderate to strong flow. Calcium 400-450 ppm, magnesium 1250-1350 ppm, alkalinity 7-12 dKH. Nitrates <10 ppm, phosphates <0.1 ppm. Minimum tank volume 80 L. Compatible with most hard corals. Feed plankton 1-2 times per week.