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Coral Care Resources
Quick Tips for Success
✔ Acclimate slowly – drip method recommended
✔ Dip before introducing (Revive, CoralRX, etc.). Do not dip anemones
✔ Stable parameters = happy corals
✔ Research your coral’s placement needs (flow, light)
✔ Start low on the rockwork and move up as needed
✔ Feed corals sparingly unless species-specific
Parameter Ideal Range
Salinity- 1.024–1.026 SG
Temperature- 76–79°F
Alkalinity- 8–9.5 dKH
Calcium- 420–450 ppm
Magnesium- 1200–1400 ppm
Nitrate- 2–10 ppm
Phosphate- 0.01–0.05 ppm
SPS (Small Polyp Stony) Care
Examples: Acropora, Montipora, Birdsnest
Light: High (PAR 250–450)
Flow: Strong & random
Placement: Upper tank zones
Stability: Sensitive to water quality swings; stability is critical (alk swings= coral drama)
Feeding: Optional; benefits from broadcast feeding
Tips: Best for experienced reefers. Needs mature tank
LPS (Large Polyp Stony) Care
Examples: Torch, Hammer, Acan, Candy Cane
Light: Moderate to high (PAR 80-200)
Flow: Low to moderate, indirect
Placement: Mid to lower tank zones
Feeding: Yes! Target feeding boosts growth. Feed meaty foods 1-2 times/week
Tips: Leave room for sweeper tentacles (they can pack a punch to nearby neighbors)
Zoanthids & Palythoas Care
Examples: Rastas, Eagle Eyes, Sunny Ds
Light: Low to moderate (PAR 50–150)
Flow: Moderate, indirect flow- enough to keep detritus from settling
Placement: Flexible; easy to propagate
Feeding: Optional; grows well with good light and nutrients
Tips: Handle with care – some contain palytoxin. Wear gloves and eye protection
Mushroom Care
Examples: Ricordea, Bounce, Discosoma
Light: Low to moderate (PAR 30–100)
Flow: Low
Placement: Shaded or lower tank areas
Feeding: Occasionally
Tips: Great for beginners; will multiply like salty rabbits.
Soft Coral Care
Examples: Kenya Tree, Xenia, Toadstool, Clove Polyps
Light: Moderate (PAR 75-200)
Flow: Moderate to strong, swaying motion
Placement: Middle to lower zones
Feeding: Not required; photosynthetic
Tips: Hardy and fast-growing. Can take over, so frag if needed!
Anemone Care
Examples: Bubble Tip, Rock Flower, Long Tentacle
Light: Moderate to High (PAR 150–300)
Flow: Moderate to strong
Placement: Let them choose—they will walk until they find their spot
Feeding: Weekly small meaty foods (mysis, silversides)
Tips: Needs a stable, mature tank. May wander — use guards on intakes!