Acropora

Acropora is considered the treasure of the SPS world. No other genus has as many species as Acropora, and when reef aquarists discuss the requirements for keeping an SPS system, they are especially referring to Acropora care requirements. Acropora is one of the more challenging corals to care for, but it is also one of the most rewarding. Beginners should avoid attempting to retain these corals since they require a very stable reef structure. They should not be added to a system that is less than 6 months old for optimum outcomes. Under the correct conditions, Acropora develops exceptionally quickly and can offer stunning tree-like structures in your tank. We pride ourselves on having the rarest and unique acropora sps coral available on the internet!

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Acropora are delicate and difficult to care for because they are highly sensitive to changes in water chemistry, and require high flow and light levels. Unlike more forgiving corals, Acropora shows their displeasure by either changing color or dying outright.

Anyone looking to improve their skills in this hobby should take on new challenges, and successfully keeping Acropora is a great way to set the bar high. The challenge with these corals lies in providing them with enough light, water flow, and pristine water conditions – all while ensuring that these parameters remain stable. It may sound easy at first glance but experienced coral keepers know just how challenging it can be.

As a fast-growing SPS reef is dynamic, the lighting it receives constantly changes. For example, while parts of the colony receive more light because they extend upwards towards the light source, other parts shade corals below it.

A reef aquarium that is mostly Acropora coral catches the eye. Even though these tanks don’t have the soothing, gentle movement of other types of reefs with Euphyllia or anemones, they are lovely in their own way. The colors in a primarily Acropora tank are vibrant and stand out. It’s like a Fourth of July celebration in every little space!

The colors of Acropora corals are astonishingly beautiful and variable. If you move a colony to another aquarium, its color will likely change dramatically. I have friends who purchased an Acropora from me, and every time I see it in their tanks, I’m surprised at how different it looks – usually unrecognizable! This happens often when the owner is using a completely different method than I did, such as an ultra-low nutrient methodology.

Coral enthusiasts not only want their Acropora corals to survive and grow, but also to express the most beautiful colors possible. The lengths that experienced SPS keepers will go to for ultimate coloration is immense.