Cherry Bomb Tenuis Acropora Coral

Cherry Bomb Tenuis Acropora Coral - Care Requirements

Cherry Bomb Tenuis Acropora Coral is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral. This WYSIWYG Acropora coral is suited to established reef systems with advanced care. Its needs center on strong lighting, energetic water movement, deliberate placement, and consistently stable conditions.

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 measured acclimation period. Increase exposure gradually and watch for changes in coloration and polyp response as the coral adjusts.

Flow

Use strong, random, turbulent flow that reaches the branches from changing directions. Avoid stagnant areas where debris can settle and limit water exchange.

Placement

Place it in the middle to upper reef after acclimation. Secure the specimen firmly where it receives strong light and varied flow without being shaded.

Temperament

Allow room for future growth around this generally peaceful coral. Maintain separation from nearby corals so expanding branches have space and avoid unwanted contact.

Feeding

Rely primarily on lighting for support, with fine coral foods offered optionally. Feed carefully and avoid excess food that can destabilize nutrient conditions.

General Care

Maintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. Avoid rapid parameter corrections, make changes gradually, and observe daily for tissue response, coloration, and debris accumulation around the base.

Best maintained in a stable, established reef with attentive husbandry.