Acan Coral

Acan Coral - Care Requirements

Acan Coral is a Micromussa or acan large-polyp stony coral. This WYSIWYG Acan Coral is an LPS coral suited to reef aquariums where its fleshy polyps can be viewed and given thoughtful placement. Its moderate care needs make stable conditions and gradual adjustments especially important.

This is a WYSIWYG coral, meaning the coral shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive.

Quick Care Summary

• Lighting: Low to moderate lighting
• Flow: Low to moderate indirect flow
• Placement: Lower to middle reef areas
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Care Level: Moderate

Lighting

Use low to moderate lighting. Start with gentler exposure and increase only gradually if needed, avoiding sudden lighting changes that can stress the coral.

Flow

Provide low to moderate indirect flow. Gentle, dispersed movement helps keep the fleshy polyps from receiving the direct, aggressive current this coral does not prefer.

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas with moderate placement in mind. Acclimate gradually to its final light and flow position rather than making abrupt changes.

Temperament

Allow spacing from neighboring corals. Acan Coral is semi-aggressive, so leaving room around the colony helps reduce contact and potential stinging issues.

Feeding

Feeding is optional, but occasional small meaty foods can be offered. Keep feedings modest and observe polyp response during normal reef maintenance.

General Care

Maintain stable aquarium conditions and watch for changes in polyp appearance or response. Avoid sudden increases in lighting or water movement, and make adjustments slowly so the coral can acclimate to its environment.

Give this coral stable conditions, indirect flow, and room from nearby corals.