Bleeding Apple Scoly Coral

Bleeding Apple Scoly Coral - Care Requirements

Bleeding Apple Scoly Coral is a fleshy large-polyp stony coral with a solitary scoly form. This WYSIWYG LPS coral is suited to reef keepers who can provide a protected resting place, gentle acclimation, and attention to its fleshy tissue.

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: Sand bed or protected lower reef area
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Care Level: Moderate

Lighting

Provide low to moderate lighting. Start in lower light during acclimation, then observe the coral’s response before making gradual placement adjustments.

Flow

Use low to moderate indirect flow. Avoid direct water movement, which can irritate or damage the fleshy tissue.

Placement

Place it on the sand bed or in a protected lower reef area. Choose a stable, non-abrasive surface away from sharp rock and shifting sand.

Temperament

Give this semi-aggressive coral ample space from nearby corals. Its placement should account for potential stinging and prevent contact with neighboring tissue.

Feeding

Feeding is optional. Occasional appropriately sized meaty foods can be offered when practical, while avoiding food accumulation around the coral.

General Care

Maintain stable reef conditions and acclimate gradually. Check regularly for abrasion, direct-flow stress, or unstable placement, and protect the fleshy tissue from sharp surfaces throughout setup and maintenance.

A stable, protected lower placement supports long-term care.