Where to buy Staghorn Coral
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About Staghorn Coral
Staghorn Coral forms branching colonies with tubular, antler-like branches that can be tan, brown, cream, or greenish. Branches taper toward the tips and have small polyps distributed along their length.
Key facts
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region from the Great Barrier Reef to Indonesia and the Philippines, typically found in shallow reef environments.
- Placement Recommendation
- Top
- Flow Requirement
- High
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Lighting Requirement
- 200–350 PAR
- Additional Notes
- Staghorn corals are fast-growing SPS corals prone to algae overgrowth and tissue necrosis if flow or light is inadequate. Fragging recommended to maintain colony health.
- Appearance Description
- Staghorn Coral forms branching colonies with tubular, antler-like branches that can be tan, brown, cream, or greenish. Branches taper toward the tips and have small polyps distributed along their length.
- Coloration
- Tan, brown, cream, or greenish, often with darker branch tips
- Care difficulty
- Hard
- Min tank size
- 75 gallons
- Care Requirements
- • Requires strong, direct lighting (400+ PAR) • High to very high flow rates to promote polyp extension and health • Placement in upper aquarium zones for optimal light penetration • Does not require target feeding; relies on photosynthesis and plankton • Maintain stable calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium levels (SPS parameters)
- Coral Type
- SPS
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