Swollen Trumpet Coral

Caulastrea tumida

Família : Merulinidae

CoralMarinhoLPS

LPS coral with swollen tubular polyps, forming compact colonies. Easy to maintain.

Estado IUCN
LC
Pouco preocupante
Bioma
Récifs coralliens de l'océan Indien et Pacifique tropical.

Descrição

Caulastrea tumida is characterized by short, swollen tubular polyps, giving a puffy appearance. Colonies are dense and reach 15 cm. Color varies from green to brown. It is less aggressive than other LPS. It feeds on plankton and particles. Growth is slow to moderate. It is very hardy and tolerates less stable water conditions.

Habitat

Região :

Coral reefs, calm areas with hard substrate

Distribuição :

Parâmetros recomendados

Temperatura2427 °C
pH8.18.4
GH812 °dGH
KH812 °dKH
Salinidade1.0231.025
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Cálcio
≥ 400 ppm
Magnésio
≥ 1250 ppm
Luz
Média
Fluxo
Médio

Cuidados

Dificuldade
2/5
Dieta
Alimentador de suspensão
Aquário mín.
50 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamanho adulto
15 cm
Esperança de vida
5 anos
Temperamento
Pacifique
Propagação

Notas de cuidados

Parameters: temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025, calcium 400-450 mg/L, magnesium 1250-1350 mg/L. Moderate lighting, moderate flow. Minimum tank volume 50 L. Feeding: plankton, phytoplankton. Compatible with most fish and corals. Easy propagation by fragmentation. Ideal for beginners.

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