Meteor Shower Cyphastrea Coral

Meteor Shower Cyphastrea Coral - Care Requirements

Meteor Shower Cyphastrea Coral is an encrusting stony coral suited to lower and middle reef placement. This WYSIWYG Cyphastrea offers an encrusting growth form for reef keepers planning a dedicated surface with room to expand. Its care centers on moderate conditions, stable placement, and giving the growing edge open space.

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, varied flow
• Placement: Lower to middle reef areas with growth room
• Temperament: Generally peaceful but can overgrow neighbors
• Care Level: Moderate

Lighting

Use low to moderate lighting. Begin in gentler light and adjust placement gradually while watching how the coral settles into its new environment.

Flow

Provide moderate, varied flow. Alternating movement helps keep the surface clear without directing a constant harsh stream at one area.

Placement

Place it in the lower to middle reef on a stable rock or mounting surface. Leave open room around the edges for encrusting growth.

Temperament

Keep space between this coral and nearby colonies. It is generally peaceful, but its encrusting growth can gradually overgrow neighboring corals if edges meet.

Feeding

Rely primarily on lighting, with fine coral foods offered optionally. Feed lightly and observe the coral’s response rather than making feeding a requirement.

General Care

Maintain consistent reef conditions and avoid frequent placement changes while the coral establishes new growth. Check that its mounting surface remains secure, surrounding space stays open, and flow continues to reach the growing surface without excessive direct force.

Give it stable conditions and open substrate for steady encrusting growth.