Acan Coral

Acan Coral - Care Requirements

Acan Coral is a Micromussa or acan large-polyp stony coral with fleshy polyps. This WYSIWYG Acan Coral is an LPS coral suited to reef keepers who can provide measured light, gentle indirect circulation, and consistent conditions. Its fleshy polyp form makes careful placement and acclimation 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. Begin with reduced exposure, then acclimate gradually to avoid sudden light increases that can stress the coral.

Flow

Provide low to moderate indirect flow. Water movement should keep debris from settling without blasting or constantly whipping the fleshy polyps.

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas with moderate spacing from nearby corals. Introduce it gradually to its final light and flow conditions.

Temperament

Allow room between this semi-aggressive coral and neighbors. It may sting nearby corals, so avoid crowding and monitor contact as it settles in.

Feeding

Feeding is optional, but occasional small meaty foods can be offered when polyps are receptive. Avoid overfeeding and remove excess food if needed.

General Care

Maintain stable aquarium conditions and observe polyp response after any adjustment. Avoid sudden increases in lighting or water movement, and make changes gradually. Regularly check that surrounding corals are not encroaching on its space.

Give it steady conditions, gentle flow, and space from neighboring corals.