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Australian Scolymia Coral, Bleeding Sour Apple (Homophyllia australis)
Australian Scolymia Coral, Bleeding Sour Apple
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
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Australian Scolymia Coral, Bleeding Sour Apple (Homophyllia australis)

Quick Stats

Care Level Easy
Temperament Semi-aggressive
Color Form Red
Water Conditions 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Family Mussidae
Lighting Moderate
Supplements Calcium, Magnesium, Strontium, Trace Elements
Waterflow Medium
Placement Bottom
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Care Level Easy
Temperament Semi-aggressive
Color Form Red
Water Conditions 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Family Mussidae
Lighting Moderate
Supplements Calcium, Magnesium, Strontium, Trace Elements
Waterflow Medium
Placement Bottom
Compatibility View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information

Overview

The Scolymia Coral is a type of large polyp stony (LPS) coral, often referred to as the Doughnut, Scoly, Artichoke, or Disk Coral. This solitary, round coral typically features a single oral opening at its center, although multiple openings are occasionally observed in certain species. The Bleeding Sour Apple variety of Scolymia Coral is mainly neon green with thin red radial bands and comes in cup, saucer, flat, or dome-like shapes. While it is not a highly aggressive coral, it should be given plenty of space from other corals since it can expand to twice its size during the day.

The Scolymia Coral is easy to care for in a reef aquarium and pairs well with bivalves, as it is often found alongside Tridacna Clams in its natural environment. This coral is a suitable choice for both novice and experienced reef aquarists. It requires moderate lighting and water flow to thrive. To ensure continued health, the water should be supplemented with calcium, strontium, and other trace elements. Its feeding tentacles emerge during the evening, allowing it to consume meaty foods such as micro-plankton or brine shrimp.

Approximate Purchase Size: 2"

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