Optimus Prime Acropora Coral

Optimus Prime Acropora Coral - Care Requirements

Optimus Prime Acropora Coral is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral with advanced care requirements. This WYSIWYG Acro is suited to established reef systems that can provide the strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and consistent conditions Acropora corals require.

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 gradually to its final intensity. Consistent lighting helps avoid unnecessary stress from sudden changes.

Flow

Use strong, random, turbulent flow that reaches all sides of the coral. Avoid low-flow or stagnant areas where detritus can settle.

Placement

Place it in the middle to upper reef after acclimation. Secure the specimen firmly and adjust its position gradually as it adapts to lighting and flow.

Temperament

Acropora is generally peaceful, but leave room around it for future growth. Avoid crowding neighboring corals or allowing contact as colonies develop.

Feeding

Strong lighting provides primary support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally, while avoiding excess feeding that can destabilize nutrients.

General Care

Maintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. Make changes slowly rather than correcting parameters rapidly, and watch for changes in color or polyp extension as conditions settle.

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