Drunken Monkey Dipsastraea Coral

Drunken Monkey Dipsastraea Coral - Care Requirements

Drunken Monkey Dipsastraea Coral is a Favia-type brain large-polyp stony coral for reef aquariums. This LPS coral is suited to a thoughtfully planned reef with stable conditions, moderate care, and room to account for its nighttime tentacles. It is best kept where lighting, flow, and placement can remain consistent.

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: Moderate indirect flow
• Placement: Lower to middle reef areas
• Temperament: Aggressive
• Care Level: Moderate

Lighting

Provide low to moderate lighting. Begin with a gentler position, then acclimate gradually to its intended intensity rather than making abrupt lighting changes.

Flow

Use moderate indirect flow. Water movement should keep the coral clear of debris without directing a strong stream at its fleshy tissue.

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas. Allow time to settle after introduction, and avoid repeatedly moving it or changing its light exposure.

Temperament

Give this aggressive coral ample spacing from neighboring corals. Nighttime sweeper or feeding tentacles can reach beyond the visible daytime tissue and may sting nearby specimens.

Feeding

Offer occasional small meaty foods if desired. Feeding is optional, but target feeding can be done carefully when feeding tentacles are visible.

General Care

Maintain stable conditions and make adjustments gradually. Observe the coral after changes to flow, lighting, or placement, and respond slowly rather than repeatedly shifting its location or intensity.

Plan for its spacing needs and keep its environment consistent.