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 advanced SPS care requirements. This WYSIWYG Acropora is suited to established reef systems prepared for strong lighting, turbulent flow, and closely managed stability. Its branching SPS form benefits from deliberate placement and room to develop.

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. Introduce this coral gradually to higher intensity to help it adjust without abrupt changes.

Flow

Use strong, random, turbulent water movement. Flow should keep water circulating around the branching structure without leaving low-flow or stagnant areas.

Placement

Place it in middle to upper reef areas once acclimated. Secure the frag firmly and choose a location that receives both strong light and varied flow.

Temperament

Allow space for future growth. Acropora is generally peaceful, but adequate separation helps prevent contact with neighboring corals as branches develop.

Feeding

Rely primarily on strong lighting for support, with fine coral foods offered optionally. Avoid making feeding a substitute for stable reef conditions.

General Care

Maintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. Observe response during acclimation and make adjustments gradually; rapid parameter corrections can stress an advanced SPS coral.

Best maintained in an established reef with consistent conditions and attentive observation.