John Deere Leptastrea Coral

Leptastrea Encrusters LPS Aquacultured

Leptastrea spp.

Overview

John Deere Leptastrea Coral is an aquacultured Leptastrea coral. Its care profile follows established Leptastrea husbandry requirements: easy care, low–moderate lighting, low–moderate flow, and low–mid placement.

Quick Facts

Care Easy
Lighting Low–Moderate
Flow Low–Moderate
Placement Low–Mid
Temperament Semi-aggressive (1–2 inches spacing)

Recommended Parameters

Temp 76–80°F
pH 8.1–8.4
Salinity 1.025–1.026
Calcium 400–440 ppm
AlkAlkalinity 8–9.5 dKH
Magnesium 1280–1350 ppm
Feeding photosynthetic, microplankton, rotifers, cyclops, baby brine shrimp, finely minced mysis shrimp, coral-specific powdered foods, marine snow