Where to buy Tall Star Coral
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About Tall Star Coral
Alveopora excelsa is a branching SPS coral with small, tubular polyps arranged in clusters along upright branches. Coloration is typically tan, brown, or greenish with contrasting polyp tips; the coral exhibits growth that often resembles an open star or tree-like structure.
Key facts
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Care difficulty
- Moderate
- Coloration
- Brown to green with tall growth
- Additional Notes
- Tall Star Coral is moderately difficult and benefits from consistent feeding and flow. Can be sensitive to sudden parameter swings and parasitic threats.
- Care Requirements
- • Place in moderate to high-flow areas with indirect water movement • Requires moderate to high lighting (PAR 200–300+) • Feed small foods: zooplankton, phytoplankton, or quality coral food 2–3× weekly • Maintain stable parameters: 75–78°F, pH 8.1–8.3, calcium 400–450 ppm • Dip regularly to prevent parasites; susceptible to pest anemones
- Placement Recommendation
- Middle
- Appearance Description
- Alveopora excelsa is a branching SPS coral with small, tubular polyps arranged in clusters along upright branches. Coloration is typically tan, brown, or greenish with contrasting polyp tips; the coral exhibits growth that often resembles an open star or tree-like structure.
- Min tank size
- 30 gallons
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 75-80°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.026
- Lighting Requirement
- Medium to High (150-250 PAR)
- Family
- Alveoporidae
- Flow Requirement
- Medium to High
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