Staghorn coral
Acropora cervicornis
Familia : Acroporidae
CoralMarinoSPS
Staghorn coral is an iconic SPS coral of the Caribbean, forming branching colonies.
Estado IUCN
CR
En peligro crítico
Descripción
Acropora cervicornis is a fast-growing hard coral with thin, pointed cylindrical branches. It plays a key role in reef building. In aquariums, it requires intense lighting and strong water flow.
Hábitat
Región :
Shallow coral reefs
Distribución :
Parámetros recomendados
Temperatura24–28 °C
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12 °dGH
KH8–12 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 10 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Cuidado
Dificultad
4/5
Dieta
Suspensívoro
Tanque mín.
100 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
30 cm
Esperanza de vida
10 años
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagación
Notas de cuidado
Maintain very stable water with high calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium levels. Avoid temperature fluctuations.