Clown Shoes Rainbow Acan Coral

Clown Shoes Rainbow Acan Coral - Care Requirements

Clown Shoes Rainbow Acan Coral is a Micromussa or acan large-polyp stony coral. This rainbow acan coral features fleshy polyps and glowing centers, making it a practical choice for reef keepers seeking a colorful LPS coral with moderate care requirements.

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, especially when moving the coral into brighter conditions, to avoid sudden light increases.

Flow

Use low to moderate indirect flow. Gentle movement helps keep the coral clear without subjecting its fleshy polyps to direct, aggressive flow.

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas. Start in a moderate location and adjust slowly if lighting or water movement needs refinement.

Temperament

Allow space from nearby corals. This semi-aggressive Micromussa can sting neighboring corals, so avoid close placement where polyps may contact other specimens.

Feeding

Occasional small meaty foods may be offered, but feeding is optional. Target feed gently and avoid overwhelming the polyps with excess food.

General Care

Maintain stable conditions and observe polyp response after any change. Avoid sudden increases in lighting or water movement, and make placement adjustments gradually rather than all at once.

Give this acan room, stable conditions, and gentle acclimation.