Radiated brain coral
Trachyphyllia radiata
Família : Trachyphylliidae
CoralMarinhoLPS
Solitary LPS coral with a brain-like shape, sinuous valleys and bright colors, often kept on the substrate.
Estado IUCN
NT
Quase ameaçado
Descrição
Trachyphyllia radiata is a solitary LPS coral, free-living or attached, with a wrinkled surface resembling a brain. Its polyps are retractile, revealing radial lines. It is photosynthetic but can also capture prey. Prefers moderate lighting and low flow. Growth is slow.
Habitat
Região :
Sandy bottoms and calm areas
Distribuição :
Parâmetros recomendados
Temperatura24–28 °C
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12 °dGH
KH7–12 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 10 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Cuidados
Dificuldade
4/5
Dieta
Fotossintético
Aquário mín.
150 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamanho adulto
30 cm
Esperança de vida
10 anos
Temperamento
Peaceful
Propagação
Notas de cuidados
Place on a sand bed or flat rock. Avoid moving it often. Feed with plankton or micro-particles. Maintain stable calcium and alkalinity levels.