Where to buy Small Micromussa
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About Small Micromussa
Small LPS coral with a compact, dome or brain-like structure. Polyps are typically brown, tan, or greenish with contrasting oral disc coloration; some specimens display red or orange highlights. Oral discs may show distinct patterns or striations.
Key facts
- Coral Type
- LPS
- Feeding Needs
- Primarily photosynthetic; supplemental feeding with small meaty foods (copepods, mysis, phytoplankton) 1–2 times per week enhances growth and coloration.
- Origin
- Indo-Pacific region, including Indonesia and the Philippines.
- Family
- Lobophylliidae
- Flow Requirement
- Low to Medium
- Water Parameters
- Temperature: 75-80°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.026
- Min tank size
- 20 gallons
- Appearance Description
- Small LPS coral with a compact, dome or brain-like structure. Polyps are typically brown, tan, or greenish with contrasting oral disc coloration; some specimens display red or orange highlights. Oral discs may show distinct patterns or striations.
- Lighting Requirement
- Medium (150–250 PAR)
- Care Requirements
- • Moderate indirect lighting (PAR 150–250) • Moderate laminar flow, avoid direct powerheads • Feed small meaty foods 2–3× weekly • Maintain 78–80°F, pH 8.1–8.3, salinity 1.023–1.025 • Prefers protected crevices or side placement
- Additional Notes
- Small polyp stony coral prone to stress if exposed to high flow. Sweeper tentacles present; maintain 6–8" spacing from neighbors to avoid aggression.
- Coloration
- Brown to green with small polyps
Research before you buy
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