Cherry Bomb Acropora Coral

Cherry Bomb Acropora Coral - Care Requirements

Cherry Bomb Acropora Coral is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral for advanced reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG Acro is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide the strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and consistent conditions associated with SPS coral care. Its placement and environment should be planned before introduction.

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 and acclimate the coral gradually to its final intensity. Positioning higher in the reef is appropriate once it has adjusted.

Flow

Provide strong, random, turbulent flow that reaches the branches from changing directions. Avoid low-flow areas where detritus can settle around the coral.

Placement

Place it in the middle to upper reef after acclimation. Secure the frag firmly and allow room to adjust before making further placement changes.

Temperament

Keep reasonable space around neighboring corals to allow for future growth. Acropora is generally peaceful, but crowding can limit water movement and available room.

Feeding

Rely primarily on strong lighting for support, with fine coral foods offered optionally. Avoid overfeeding and maintain clean, stable reef conditions.

General Care

Maintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. Avoid rapid parameter corrections or frequent environmental changes, and observe the coral’s response as it acclimates to its placement and flow pattern.

Consistency and careful acclimation are central to long-term Acropora care.