Tear Jerker Acropora Coral

Tear Jerker Acropora Coral - Care Requirements

Tear Jerker Acropora Coral is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral with advanced care requirements. This WYSIWYG Acropora is suited to established reef systems prepared for the strong lighting, active circulation, and dependable stability required by SPS corals. Its care is best approached with deliberate acclimation and consistent day-to-day husbandry.

This is a WYSIWYG coral, meaning the coral shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive.

Quick Care Summary

• Lighting: Strong reef lighting
• Flow: Strong, random and turbulent flow
• Placement: Middle to upper reef areas after acclimation
• Temperament: Generally peaceful but space for growth
• Care Level: Advanced

Lighting

Provide strong reef lighting after a gradual acclimation period. Avoid abrupt lighting changes, and observe the coral’s response as it adjusts to the intended intensity.

Flow

Use strong, random, turbulent flow that keeps water moving around the branches. Position circulation to avoid persistent dead spots while preventing a single harsh stream from constantly striking the coral.

Placement

Place it in middle to upper reef areas after acclimation. Secure the frag where it receives the intended light and turbulent flow, leaving room for future growth.

Temperament

Keep space around it for growth. Acropora is generally peaceful, but giving neighboring corals adequate separation helps prevent contact as colonies develop.

Feeding

Rely primarily on strong lighting for support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally as part of a balanced reef-feeding routine.

General Care

Maintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. This advanced SPS coral benefits from regular observation and measured adjustments; avoid rapid parameter corrections or sudden environmental changes.

Best maintained in a stable, established reef with attentive husbandry.