Tear Jerker Acropora Coral

Tear Jerker Acropora Coral - Care Requirements

Tear Jerker Acropora Coral is an Acropora small-polyp stony coral for advanced reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG Acro is suited to reef keepers prepared to provide the strong lighting, turbulent circulation, and consistent conditions Acropora corals require. Its individual appearance is represented by the WYSIWYG listing.

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 and acclimate gradually to the intended intensity. Consistent lighting helps this Acropora settle into its placement without abrupt changes.

Flow

Use strong, random, turbulent flow that reaches the coral from changing directions. This helps keep the branch structure flushed and avoids low-flow, stagnant areas.

Placement

Place it in middle to upper reef areas after acclimation. Start with a secure position and adjust only as needed while it adapts to the aquarium’s lighting and circulation.

Temperament

Give it room for future growth. Acropora is generally peaceful, but sensible spacing prevents crowding and reduces contact with neighboring corals as the colony develops.

Feeding

Strong lighting provides primary support. Fine coral foods may be offered optionally, with feeding kept consistent with overall aquarium nutrient management.

General Care

Maintain highly stable alkalinity, salinity, temperature, nutrients, and lighting. This advanced coral responds best to deliberate maintenance and observation; avoid rapid parameter corrections or sudden changes to flow and light.

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