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 lighting, gentle indirect movement, and room from nearby corals. Its fleshy polyp form makes careful placement and observation 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

Provide low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually to any increase in intensity, and avoid abrupt changes that can stress fleshy polyps.

Flow

Use low to moderate indirect flow. Water movement should gently circulate around the coral without blasting the polyps or causing constant retraction.

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas with moderate placement in mind. Let the coral settle after introduction, then adjust only gradually if needed.

Temperament

Give it space from neighboring corals. Micromussa and acan corals are semi-aggressive, so avoid close contact and monitor nearby specimens for stinging or irritation.

Feeding

Occasional small meaty foods may be offered, but feeding is optional. Target feed gently when polyps are receptive and avoid excessive food accumulation.

General Care

Maintain stable conditions and observe polyp response after changes. Avoid sudden increases in lighting or water movement, keep placement consistent while it acclimates, and address persistent retraction by reviewing flow, light, and nearby coral spacing.

Steady conditions and thoughtful spacing support long-term placement success.