Agaricia brain coral
Symphyllia agaricia
Familia : Mussidae
CoralMarinoLPS
LPS coral forming massive colonies with sinuous valleys. Valued for its brain-like texture.
Estado IUCN
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Preocupación menor
Descripción
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.
Hábitat
Región :
Shallow reefs, reef slopes with moderate current
Distribución :
Parámetros recomendados
Temperatura24–28 °C
pH8–8.4
GH8–12 °dGH
KH7–12 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 10 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Cuidado
Dificultad
2/5
Dieta
Carnívoro
Tanque mín.
80 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
30 cm
Esperanza de vida
15 años
Temperamento
paisible
Propagación
Notas de cuidado
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.