Cherry Bomb tenuis Acropora Coral

Cherry Bomb tenuis Acropora Coral - Care Requirements

Cherry Bomb tenuis Acropora Coral is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral with WYSIWYG selection. This advanced-care SPS coral is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and closely maintained stability. Its WYSIWYG listing lets buyers select the exact Cherry Bomb tenuis Acropora Coral offered.

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

Quick Care Summary

• Lighting: Strong reef lighting
• Flow: Strong, random and turbulent flow
• Placement: Middle to upper reef areas after acclimation
• Temperament: Generally peaceful but space for growth
• Care Level: Advanced

Lighting

Provide strong reef lighting after a deliberate acclimation period. Gradually introducing higher intensity helps this Acropora adjust while avoiding abrupt changes in exposure.

Flow

Use strong, random, turbulent flow that keeps water moving broadly around the coral. Avoid stagnant areas where detritus can settle or circulation becomes inconsistent.

Placement

Place it in middle to upper reef areas after acclimation. Secure the frag where it receives strong light and turbulent water movement without sudden shifts in conditions.

Temperament

It is generally peaceful, but leave room for future growth and avoid crowding neighboring corals. Thoughtful spacing also helps maintain water movement around its branches.

Feeding

Strong lighting provides primary support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally, while maintaining clean, stable conditions and avoiding unnecessary nutrient swings.

General Care

This is an advanced-care Acropora that benefits from highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. Observe its response as it settles in, and make adjustments gradually rather than using rapid parameter corrections.

Maintain consistency and allow time for acclimation before making further changes.