Close Encounter styloconellia Coral

Close Encounter styloconellia Coral - Care Requirements

Close Encounter styloconellia Coral is a Micromussa or acan large-polyp stony coral. This WYSIWYG acan coral has fleshy polyps and glowing centers, making it a distinctive option for reef keepers seeking a colorful Micromussa coral.

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: Lower to middle reef areas
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Care Level: Moderate

Lighting

Provide low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually and avoid sudden increases in intensity, which can stress this fleshy LPS coral.

Flow

Use low to moderate indirect flow. Gentle, varied movement helps keep debris from settling without blasting the polyps with direct current.

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas with moderate placement in mind. Start with a stable location and adjust slowly if lighting or flow needs refinement.

Temperament

Allow generous spacing from neighboring corals. This semi-aggressive acan can sting nearby specimens, especially where fleshy polyps may contact surrounding corals.

Feeding

Feeding is optional. Occasional small meaty foods can be offered when polyps are receptive, while maintaining good overall reef conditions.

General Care

Maintain stable conditions and observe polyp response after any adjustment. Avoid sudden changes to lighting or water movement, and keep the surrounding area clear of debris and nearby corals.

Give it stable placement, indirect flow, and room from its neighbors.