Pirate Hunter Asian Acan Coral

Pirate Hunter Asian Acan Coral - Care Requirements

Pirate Hunter Asian Acan Coral is a Micromussa or acan large-polyp stony coral. This WYSIWYG acan coral has fleshy polyps and glowing centers, offering a distinct Micromussa option for reef keepers seeking an LPS coral with moderate care needs.

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 light increases, which can stress fleshy Micromussa polyps.

Flow

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

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas. Start with moderate placement and adjust slowly during acclimation rather than making abrupt changes in light or water movement.

Temperament

Allow spacing from neighboring corals. This semi-aggressive acan may sting nearby specimens, so leave room as it settles and avoid placing it where contact is likely.

Feeding

Offer occasional small meaty foods if desired. Feeding is optional, and gentle target feeding can be done when polyps are receptive.

General Care

Maintain stable aquarium conditions and observe polyp response after any adjustment. Avoid sudden increases in lighting or flow, give the coral adequate spacing, and make placement changes gradually.

A practical LPS choice for lower to middle reef placement.