ORA Bird of Paradise XL Frag Coral

Birdsnest SPS Aquacultured

Seriatopora spp.

Overview

ORA Bird of Paradise XL Frag Coral is an aquacultured Birdsnest coral. Its care profile follows established Birdsnest husbandry requirements: moderate care, moderate–high lighting, moderate–high flow, and high placement.

Quick Facts

Care Moderate

Lighting Moderate–High

Flow Moderate–High

Placement High

Temperament Semi-aggressive (6 inches spacing)

Recommended Parameters

Temp 76–80°F

pH 8.1–8.4

Salinity 1.025–1.026

Calcium 400–450 ppm

AlkAlkalinity 8–9 dKH

Magnesium 1280–1350 ppm

Feeding photosynthetic (primary), microzooplankton, rotifers, copepod nauplii, oyster eggs, powdered coral foods (e.g., Reef-Roids), marine snow, amino acids

Care & Placement