SPS Corals for your Saltwater Reef Aquarium

Reef Aquarium SPS Corals

We Pamper our corals ! When you buy corals from Aquatic Connection, you can be assured you will buy live aquarium corals that have been pampered and properly cared for. Like any coral that has been collected and shipped halfway across the globe, ours arrive, understandably, in need of some rejuvenation. Which is why we do our best to downright pamper them during their stay. Whether you are interested in Live Acropora corals, Aquacultured corals, SPS corals, LPS corals, mushroom corals, polyping corals, zooanthus corals, leather corals, or any other soft coral, their treatment begins with a slow-drip acclimation to equalize temperature, ph and alkalinity. Then they are placed in our holding tanks where the water quality is perfect. High current wave action cleans any built up slime coat and loosens the sand and bacteria from their long journey. Their polyps begin to extend and reach out to the available food and light.

For lighting our corals are placed in appropriate lighting depending upon there needs. For low light corals, they are placed under Power Compacts. On corals that need extreme lighting, we use only the best 1000-watt, 6,700K metal halide lighting to which will awaken the sleeping polyps and color enhancing zooxanthellae. Under these conditions our corals thrive and nourish, until we send them on their way by picking with the most stringent quality controls, and packaginging them with the utmost care, and shipping by overnight carrier, to your door. All of this to ensure that each coral sold will reach your hands in the best condition possible.

Special Note on SPS Corals
All SPS Corals are considered advanced aquarist species, as such Aquatic Connection guarantees that SPS species offered will arrive alive and in great condition. Because of the increased level of care required for this particular species, it has been designated as "Advanced Aquarist Species," and due to the lighting and chemistry requirements, we suggest they only be placed in seasoned tanks with high quality lighting and the correct chemistry levels. As an Advanced Aquarist Species they are not guaranteed after arrival.

Aquacultured SPS
Our aquacultured SPS corals are kept under 250 Watt, 10,000K double-ended HQI metal halide lighting. Since these are aquacultured, they are fully acclimated to aquarium light, water and flow conditions.

Tank Raised
Orange Montipora Digitata

Actual color, not touched up

We would have to say this is one of the easiest species of SPS to keep. It comes in a range of colors and shapes in addition to not being too finicky, so it is one of the few that will do well. evem in a tank otherwise populated by an assortment of softies. Montipora Digitata is a small polyp stony (SPS) coral also referred to as either Velvet Branch, or Velvet Finger Coral. Montipora is peaceful and can be placed in close proximity to other similar peaceful corals in the reef aquarium. For the SPS family they are particularly hardy and fast growing for aquarists, warranting their great popularity. Symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within this organism. It likes to eat filter feeding invert food, brine shrimp, micro-plankton a few times per week. For continued good health, it will also require the addition of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. It will require medium lighting, (power compacts, VHO, or halides) , combined with medium water movement within the aquarium. Note:
An important thing to remember with Montipora's of all types is to gradually adapt them from lower to higher light conditions (place lower in the system for the first few weeks to avoid bleaching (loss of zooxanthellae), and slowly move them up. Approx Purchase Size: 1" to 11/2"

$39.99

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Tank Raised
Super Bright Green Montipora Digitata

One of the brightest of the green Digitatas we have seen.

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Purple Rim Montipora Capricornis

This beautiful Monitpora is green with a light violet rim and bright green polyps. While it isn’t new to some people, its one of the most sought after color morphs of capricornis. This particular variety forms the usual scrolls and whorls along with some bumpy spires. Quite peaceful, it can be placed in close proximity to other similar peaceful corals in the reef aquarium. In an aquarium lit by metal halides, Montipora Corals should be kept in a mid to low position, and under other lighting they should be kept in a mid to high position. To bring out the most intense coloration of this coral, we recommend metal halide lighting. For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Approx Purchase Size: 2" to 3"

$49.99

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Tank Raised
Purple Montipora capricornis

These aquacultured purple caps are at least 3rd generation tank raised. For the SPS family they are particularly hardy and fast growing. That, along with their sheer beauty, warrants their great popularity. Quite peaceful, it can be placed in close proximity to other similar peaceful corals in the reef aquarium. In an aquarium lit by metal halides, Montipora Corals should be kept in a mid to low position, and under other lighting they should be kept in a mid to high position. To bring out the most intense coloration of this coral, we recommend metal halide lighting. For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Approx Purchase Size: 1" to 2"

$29.99

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Orange Montipora capricornis

These aquacultured orange caps are just gorgeous! They are at least 3rd generation tank raised. For the SPS family they are particularly hardy and fast growing. That, along with their sheer beauty, warrants their great popularity. Quite peaceful, it can be placed in close proximity to other similar peaceful corals in the reef aquarium. In an aquarium lit by metal halides, Montipora Corals should be kept in a mid to low position, and under other lighting they should be kept in a mid to high position. To bring out the most intense coloration of this coral, we recommend metal halide lighting. For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Approx Purchase Size:1" to 2"

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Emerald Green Montipora capricornis

These aquacultured beautiful green caps are at least 3rd generation tank raised. For the SPS family they are particularly hardy and fast growing. That, along with their sheer beauty, warrants their great popularity. Quite peaceful, it can be placed in close proximity to other similar peaceful corals in the reef aquarium. In an aquarium lit by metal halides, Montipora Corals should be kept in a mid to low position, and under other lighting they should be kept in a mid to high position. To bring out the most intense coloration of this coral, we recommend metal halide lighting. For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Approx Purchase Size: 1" to 2"

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Moonscape Chalice Coral Frags
Echinophyllia Aspera

Description: The Moonscape Chalice named because of the beautiful Blue moon coloration with craters that have green accents that will become stronger and stronger over time as it grows. A recent addition to reef aquariums the past few years, Chalice Corals are known to exhibit some of the most beautiful combinations of colors and patterns, making them the perfect reef aquarium addition. Chalice corals grow thin and flat with many bumps, sometimes in a plating fashion, and sometimes encrusting. Not for the very beginner, but sturdy enough for the reefer with a little bit of experience, they are slow and steady growers under good conditions.
Lighting: They enjoy medium reef lighting conditions and will show it with lots of color. One of the few corals that can color up as much or more under PCs and VHOs than Halides. If put under halides, place low in the tank or in some shade for best color.
Current: Medium current.
Diet and Feeding: Nocturnal feeders. Will accept small meaty foods.
Placement: Generally placed low to middle of the tank due to lighting needs, will do great in the sand or gravel.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1 to 11/2"

$59.99 each

Watermelon Chalice Coral Frags
Echinophyllia Aspera

Description: The Watermelon chalice is a real beauty in the reef tank. It's bright coloration and accent colors will become stronger and stronger over time as it grows. A recent addition to reef aquariums the past few years, Chalice Corals are known to exhibit some of the most beautiful combinations of colors and patterns, making them the perfect reef aquarium addition. Chalice corals grow thin and flat with many bumps, sometimes in a plating fashion, and sometimes encrusting. Not for the very beginner, but sturdy enough for the reefer with a little bit of experience, they are slow and steady growers under good conditions.
Lighting: They enjoy medium reef lighting conditions and will show it with lots of color. One of the few corals that can color up as much or more under PCs and VHOs than Halides. If put under halides, place low in the tank or in some shade for best color.
Current: Medium current.
Diet and Feeding: Nocturnal feeders. Will accept small meaty foods.
Placement: Will do great in the sand, as well as on the rock structure if placed securely. Generally placed low to middle of the tank due to lighting needs.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" to 11/2"

$69.99 each

Super Bright
Pink Lava Chalice Coral Frags
Echinophyllia Aspera

Description: The Superbright Pink Lava Chalice really glows under aquarium lighting and is offset by its beautiful red sparkles. Chalice Corals are known to exhibit some of the most beautiful combinations of colors and patterns, making them the perfect reef aquarium addition. Chalice corals grow thin and flat with many bumps, sometimes in a plating fashion, and sometimes encrusting. Not for the very beginner, but sturdy enough for the reefer with a little bit of experience, they are slow and steady growers under good conditions.
Lighting: They enjoy medium reef lighting conditions and will show it with lots of color. One of the few corals that can color up as much or more under PCs and VHOs than Halides. If put under halides, place low in the tank or in some shade for best color.
Current: Medium current.
Diet and Feeding: Nocturnal feeders. Will accept small meaty foods.
Placement: Will do great in the sand, as well as on the rock structure if placed securely. Generally placed low to middle of the tank due to lighting needs.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" to 11/2"

$59.99 each

Brand New Release
Tank Raised
Blue Steel Stag Acropora

Actual color, not touched up

The Blue Steel Staghorn Acropora will grow long and slender branches that will in time resemble the antlers of a deer. The Blue Steel Stag prefers a moderately high light level combined with strong, intermittent water current within the aquarium. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon.For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water.It will also benefit from additional food fed weekly in the form of micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/2" to 2"

$59.99

Oregon Tortuosa Acropora
Deep blue color throughout the entire body...

Actual color, not touched up.

Description: The Oregon Tortuosa is famous for its deep blue color. Suprisingly enough this coral is also very hardy.
Requirements: The Oregon Blue Tortuosa acropora will thrive under a variety of light fixtures (compact fluorescents, VHO's, T-5's, and the more intense metal halides) provided they receive at least 5 watts of light per gallon. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the light fixture to ensure ideal light conditions. A high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium will help maximize healthy growth.
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" - 2"
Aggressiveness: low.
Difficulty Level: Advanced Aquarist

$69.99

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ORA Tank Raised
Green Pocillopora Damicornis
Pocillopora damicornis

Pocillopora is one of the easier to maintain SPS corals

Description: The Aquacultured Pocillopora is one of the easier to maintain SPS corals and grows rapidly in the established reef aquarium. The Green Pocillopora Damicornis Coral grows in a form resembling the vegetable cauliflower, and is often referred to as Cauliflower Coral. These corals are some of the most sought after with mainly yellow branches and very long, hairy polyps that are bright green in color. The Aquacultured Green Pocillopora Damicornis Coral is peaceful and can be placed in close proximity to other similar peaceful corals in the reef aquarium.
Requirements: Acropora will thrive under a variety of light fixtures (compact fluorescents, VHO's, T-5's, and the more intense metal halides) provided they receive at least 5 watts of light per gallon. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the light fixture to ensure ideal light conditions. A high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium will help maximize healthy growth.
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" - 2"
Aggressiveness: low.
Difficulty Level: Advanced Aquarist

$39.99

ORA Tank Raised
Roscoe's Blue Acropora Coral
Acropora sp

This acro is just awesome!!!

The Roscoe's Blue Acropora is a beautiful species that is aquacultured in the USA. The body of the coral is green, with deep blue growth tips. The polyps are a dark green in coloration, but may change depending upon its environment. This is a very fast growing species of Acropora coral. The Roscoe's Blue Acropora will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from compact fluorescent, VHO and T-5, up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above. Corect lighting combined with strong, intermittent water current within the aquarium, will help in maximizing its growth rate. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water.ORA is now producing the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2- 4 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plastic plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.Approximate purchase size 11/2"-2"

$69.99

ORA Tank Raised Pink
Pocillopora Damicornis
Pocillopora Sp.

Pocillopora is one of the easier to maintain SPS corals

Pocillopora coral has multiple, concave spores covering its calcified frame. Because of its appearance, it is also known as Bowl, Cauliflower, Cluster, or Lacey Coral. These corals are some of the most sought after with longer hairy polyps that are green with pink tips and differ from the coloration of the coral itself which is primarily yellow. Pocillopora damicornis is peaceful and can be placed in close proximity to other similar peaceful corals in the reef aquarium. Aquacultured Pink Pocillopora damicornis is one of the easier to maintain SPS corals and grows rapidly in the established reef aquarium. It will require medium lighting combined with a medium water movement within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will also require the addition of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water.The Pink and Green Pocillopora damicornis Coral will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, and T-5's up to the more intense metal halides. Alter its position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above.It will also benefit from additional food fed weekly in the form of micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/2" to 2"

$39.99

ORA Tank Raised Bird of Paradise
Seriatopora Pink and Green
Seriatopora Sp.

An easy to maintain SPS coral from the leader of Auacultured SPS

This very unusually colored Seriatopora sp. was collected during a trip to Ponape in 2004. It has a unique bi-colored nature to its pigmentation. The base branches are brightly green colored while the polyps are pink. This coral is a lower light coral. When placed in moderate lighting the coral develops its unique and intense bi-color pigmentation. If positioned under bright light the base branches turn a lighter green to cream with pink polyps. Water current for this one should be moderate to weak.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/2"

$59.99

Tank Raised
Turquoise Staghorn Acropora
Acropora abrolhensis

Actual color, not touched up.

The Turquoise Acropora Staghorn Coral is a very fast growing coral that will grow long and slender branches that will in time resemble the antlers of a deer. These are very beautiful corals with a deep turquoise color on the base, and a much lighter blue coloration on its growth tips. The growth rate of this Turquoise Acropora Staghorn is very fast and adapts well to a variety of lighting conditions.The Acropora Staghorn Coral prefers a moderately high light level combined with strong, intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water.These aquacultured corals are fragmented from corals that have been raised in captivity for at least 3 or 4 generations.Being fully encrusted, it enables them to ship better with less stress when compared to newly fragmented corals.They will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, T-5's up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above.It will also benefit from additional food fed weekly in the form of micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates.Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/2" to 2"

$59.99

Tank Raised
California Tortuosa Acropora
Acropora Tortuosa

Actual color, not touched up.

The California Tort is also famous for its color, but it tends to be more purplish and it grows much faster than the Oregon Tort. Best coloration comes under high light and moderate flow, but it will grow well even under moderate to low light conditions.The Cali Tortuosa typically appear more red purple under 10,000 K and 6,500 K bulbs. They appear more blue purple under 14,000 K and 20,000 K bulbs. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water.These aquacultured corals are fragmented from corals that have been raised in captivity for at least 3 or 4 generations. They are not fragmented from wild harvested corals; which makes them hardier than their wild counterparts. Being fully encrusted, it enables them to ship better with less stress when compared to newly fragmented corals.They will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO and T-5, up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above.It will also benefit from additional food fed weekly in the form of micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates.Approximate purchase size 11/2"-2"

$59.99

Tank Raised
Rainbow Tortuosa Acropora
Acropora Tortuosa

This acro is the bomb! Very Very Rare.
Extremely hard to get your hands on!

The Rainbow Tortuosa Coral is an extremely beaufiul coral. An incredible rainbow of beautiful colors, this acropora grows in a branchy form with multiple long branches. The Rainbow tortuosa Coral prefers a moderately high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water.These aquacultured corals are fragmented from corals that have been raised in captivity for at least 3 or 4 generations. They are not fragmented from wild harvested corals; which makes them hardier than their wild counterparts. Being fully encrusted, it enables them to ship better with less stress when compared to newly fragmented corals.They will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO and T-5, up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above.It will also benefit from additional food fed weekly in the form of micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates.Approximate purchase size 11/2"-2"

$69.99

Tank Raised Rose Millepora
Acropora Millepora

Actual color, not touched up

Rose Acropora Millepora Coral resembles the antlers of a deer, and when extended, the polyps give the coral a fuzzy appearance. It is a small polyp stony (SPS) coral, and the coloration of the polyps are a very pretty deep red to Mauve. The growth rate of the Acropora millepora, is very fast and adapts well to a variety of lighting conditions. It can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. These aquacultured corals are fragmented from corals that have been raised in captivity for many generations. They are not fragmented from wild harvested corals, which makes them hardier than their wild counterparts. They will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, T-5’s up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$39.99

Tank Raised Blue Millepora
Acropora Millepora

Actual color, not touched up

Blue Acropora Millepora Coral resembles the antlers of a deer, and when extended, the polyps give the coral a fuzzy appearance. It is a small polyp stony (SPS) coral, and the coloration of the polyps are a very pretty deep red to Mauve. The growth rate of the Acropora millepora, is very fast and adapts well to a variety of lighting conditions. It can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. These aquacultured corals are fragmented from corals that have been raised in captivity for many generations. They are not fragmented from wild harvested corals, which makes them hardier than their wild counterparts. They will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, T-5’s up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$49.99

Tank Raised Green Millepora
Acropora Millepora

Actual color, not touched up

Bright Green Acropora Millepora Coral resembles the antlers of a deer, and when extended, the polyps give the coral a fuzzy appearance. It is a small polyp stony (SPS) coral, and the coloration of the polyps are a very pretty deep red to Mauve. The growth rate of the Acropora millepora, is very fast and adapts well to a variety of lighting conditions. It can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. These aquacultured corals are fragmented from corals that have been raised in captivity for many generations. They are not fragmented from wild harvested corals, which makes them hardier than their wild counterparts. They will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, T-5’s up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$39.99

Tank Raised by ORA
Acropora Blue Enchinata
Acropora Echinata

Actual color, not touched up

ORA's Press Release- JUST RELEASED! HAWKINS BLUE ECHINATA We are proud to introduce another new coral for 2008 named after our coral facility manager, Robert Hawkins. History: This coral was acquired from a hobbyist in Germany . We began to work with it in 2006 after an extensive quarantine period. The completion of the new coral greenhouse facility allowed us to further expand production and offered the colonies more room for growth.

ORA is now producing the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2- 4 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plastic plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.
Description: This sapphire blue coral is one of the finest corals we have ever produced. It requires medium to high light and a medium, varied flow. It most resembles A. echinata but we have not yet made a positive ID.
Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$69.99

Tank Raised Acropora
Aqua Delight
Acropora louisette

Actual color, not touched up

Acropora Loisetteae is a favorite among reef aquarium owners because of its beauty and growth rate. This color variety is fluorescent green with purple and green tips. The parent colony of these coral frags was collected in Bali and was quarantined and given a health inspection before being propagated. For optimum coloration the Aqua Delight should be given a high light level (at least 5 watts per gallon) by metal halide lighting combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will also require the addition of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton and foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. It comes attached to a small piece of live rock. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$49.99

Tank Raised Acropora
Midnight Blue Tenuis

Actual color, not touched up

Acropora Tenuis is made up of colonies or clumps, usually with neat evenly spaced delicate branchlets, but branchlets may be irregular and prostrate. Axial corallites are long and tubular. Radial corallites are arranged in a neat rosette and have slightly flaring lips. Tenuis is found in yellow, cream, green and blue. This color variety is a beautiful Midnight Blue. The parent colony of these coral frags was collected in Fiji and was quarantined and given a health inspection before being propagated. For optimum coloration the Aqua Delight should be given a high light level (at least 5 watts per gallon) by metal halide lighting combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will also require the addition of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton and foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. It comes attached to a small piece of live rock.
Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$69.99

ORA Tank Raised
Purple Plasma Acropora
Acropora sp.

Actual color, not touched up

Description:This deep purple stag has bright yellow/green corallites and polyps. VERY UNUSUAL for an SPS. The color intensity of this species will increase under very high lighting.
Requirements: The Purple Plasma prefers a high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and oth
Diet Requirements: Addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement will help to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 11/2" - 2"
Aggressiveness: low.
Difficulty Level: Advanced Aquarist

$79.99

Tank Raised Picasso Acropora
Purple Tips and Bright Green Polyps
Acropora Insignis

Actual color, not touched up

A favorite among collectors, the Picasso Acropora Coral has branches which grow in compact irregular clusters. This color variety is fluorescent green with purple tips. The parent colony of these coral frags was collected in Fiji and was quarantined and given a health inspection before being propagated. For optimum coloration the Picasso Acropora Coral requires a high light level (at least 5 watts per gallon) by metal halide lighting combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will also require the addition of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton and foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. It comes attached to a small piece of live rock. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$39.99

Tank Raised
Blue Monster Acropora
Acropora Granulosa

Actual color, not touched up

Also called Bottle Brush or Bushy Acropora, like it's name implies, as it grows, it will grow into a shape resembling a brush.. Acropora Granulosa colonies are semi-circular horizontal plates, usually less than one metre across. Plates are composed of regularly spaced horizontal branches with short inclined branchlets composed mostly of one or more axial and incipient axial corallites. Radial corallites are small and pocket-like.A simply beautiful Acro that is either purple or blue and bright white in color. This species grows rapidly under the right conditions. The coloration will intensify under bright lighting. One of the faster growing in the acropora family, it can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces, if conditions are ideal. Granulosa prefers a moderately high light level combined with a strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. The aquacultured Acropora Granulosa will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, T-5’s up to the more intense metal halides. Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$69.99

Tank Raised Green Bali Slimer
Staghorn Acropora
Acropora Yongei

Actual color, not touched up

The Beautiful Green Bali Slimer has a very fuzzy appearance when the polyps are fully expanded. Called a Staghorn Acropora because this variety resembles a Deers Antlers.This species produces a large amount of mucous when disturbed by neighboring corals or by touch. It is a very fast growing species under the right conditions.The growth rate of this Green Bali Slimer is much more rapid than most of the other corals found in an established reef aquarium. It can also be cultured and grow into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces, if conditions are ideal. It prefers a moderate to high light level combined with a strong alternating water current within the aquarium.This coral has proven to be very adaptable to lighting conditions. Does not need 400W MH lighting but strong actinic supplementation really make it “pop-out”. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water.The symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within its body, so it receives the majority of its nutritional requirements from photosynthesis. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$39.99

Tank Raised Bali
Purple TriColor Acropora

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Look at the spectacular coloration and form of this beauty originally from a reef around the island of Bali. Now, 4th generation, it is exquisitely colored. The more intense the lighting, the more deeply colored the Bali Tricolor becomes. A rare beauty, this coral likes high intensity light and strong current. Tank raised colonies are kept 14” below 250W 10KK Ushio metal halide lighting. Under great conditions they are developing intense purple coloration over the entire body surface. Perhaps it should be called a bicolor (purple with green polyps). The coral needs moderate to intense light to develop the purple over its entire surface. Purple branches can be maintained in weak to moderate lighting. It can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces, if conditions are ideal. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. The Purple Tri-color will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, T-5's up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above. The symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within its body, so it receives the majority of its nutritional requirements from photosynthesis. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$69.99

Tank Raised Miami Orchid
Staghorn Acropora

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The Miami Orchid Staghorn is a very fast growing species of Acropora. When its polyps are extended, it is very fuzzy in appearance. The growth tips of this Acropora are purple, or orchid in color.The Miami Orchid Staghorn will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO and T-5, up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above. It can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces, if conditions are ideal. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. The symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within its body, so it receives the majority of its nutritional requirements from photosynthesis. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$39.99

Tank Raised Acropora
Atlantis Purple Simplex

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Another beauty out of Phonopae. Aquacultured for the past year. This species grows rapidly under the right conditions. The coloration will intensify under bright lighting. It can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces, if conditions are ideal. They prefer a moderately high light level combined with strong intermittent water currents within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. These aquacultured corals are fragmented from corals that have been raised in captivity for at least 3 or 4 generations. They are not fragmented from wild, harvested corals, making them hardier than their wild counterparts. Being fully encrusted, it enables them to ship better with less stress when compared to newly fragmented corals. They will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, T-5's up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above. It will also benefit from additional food fed weekly in the form of micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates.
Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$49.99

ORA Tank Raised
German Blue Polyp Montipora Digitata!

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The German Blue Polyp Digitata Coral is a small polyp stony (SPS) coral often referred to as Velvet Branch, or Velvet Finger Coral. Aquacultured Montipora is one of the easier to maintain SPS corals and grows rapidly in the established reef aquarium. Montipora corals come in a vast variety of forms and colors, but this variety has blue polyps when illuminated with 20,000K's or maintained with Actinics in the reef aquarium. This German Blue Polyp Digitata Coral is a fast growing variety that is multibranching, peaceful and can be placed in close proximity to other similar peaceful corals in the reef aquarium. It will require medium lighting combined with a medium water movement within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will also require the addition of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water.They will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, T-5’s up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above.It will also benefit from additional food fed weekly in the form of micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$39.99

Tank Raised
German Blue Polyping Staghorn Acropora

Actual color, not touched up

The German Blue Polyping Acropora, is tank raised by Oceans Reefs and Aquariums. This staghorn Acropora is a unique small polyp stony (SPS) coral. The growth rate of the German Blue Polyping Acro beauty is very fast and adapts well to a variety of lighting conditions. Under intense lighting this coral will be bright lime green with very distinct blue polyps. However, if housed under lower lighting it will be a darker green with less distinct blue polyps. It can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces, if conditions are ideal. For continued good health, the German Green with Blue Polyp Acropora will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water.These aquacultured corals are fragmented from corals that have been raised in captivity for at least 3 or 4 generations. Being fully encrusted, it enables them to ship better with less stress when compared to newly fragmented corals. They will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, T-5's up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above. It will also benefit from additional food fed weekly in the form of micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

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ORA Tank Raised
Acropora Valida

Actual color, not touched up

Acropora Valida has thin evenly spaced branches forming a circular table. The parent colony of these coral frags was collected in Bali, Indonesia at a depth of about 20-30 feet and then quarantined and given a health inspection before being propagated.The Aquacultured Tricolor Valida Acropora Coral prefers a moderately high light level combined with a strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. Valida Tri-color Acropora Corals will thrive in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, T-5's up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above. The symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within its body, so it receives the majority of its nutritional requirements from photosynthesis. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. The Valida Tri-color Coral frags are mounted on a composite plug that can be affixed to live rock anywhere in the aquarium with gel super glue or epoxy.
Approx Purchase Size: 1"- 11/2"

$49.99

ORA Tank Raised
Purple Acropora Nana

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This attractive purple acro is found on reefs with good water movement and, presumably, intense light. The Acropora Nana is a fast grower, and will stand out in any SPS display.This beautiful SPS (small polyped stony) coral requires strong water currents and intense lighting provided by metal halides to maintain its color. It is important that proper calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium levels are maintained. Use of Kalkwasser Mix or a calcium reactor will be of great benefit.Place the Violet Acropora Nana on an exposed rock along the top of the aquarium where currents will be able to supply it with necessary nutrients and trace elements.
Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$49.99

Tank Raised Blue Tipped
Emerald Green Staghorn Coral

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The Blue tipped Emerald Green Staghorn Acropora Coral has slender, straight branches and, when fully grown, resembles a Deers Antlers. This color variety has a emerald green base with bright blue to purple tips. The parent colony these coral frags was collected in Fiji at a depth of about 45-55 feet and was quarantined and given a health inspection before being propagated.One of the faster growing in the acropora family, it can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces, if conditions are ideal. The Blue tipped Emerald Green Staghorn Acropora Coral prefers a high light level of at least 5 watts per gallon provided by metal halide lighting combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. Acropora prefer a moderately strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$39.99

Tank Raised Purple Glowing
Acropora Efflorescens
Acropora Efflorescens

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Colonies are extensive flat plates which are solid except towards the perimeter which usually consists of highly fused irregular branches. They may exceed 2 metres across. Axial and radial corallites are not differentiated; all have sharp rims. Corallites at plate margins are mostly horizontal, those on upper plate surfaces are short, compact and upward facing. There is little or no development of corallites on the undersurfaces of plates.The parent colony these coral frags was collected in Fiji at a depth of about 15-25 feet and was quarantined and given a health inspection before being propagated. One of the faster growing in the acropora family, it can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces, if conditions are ideal. The Acropora Efflorescens Coral prefers a high light level of at least 5 watts per gallon provided by metal halide lighting combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. Acropora prefer a moderately strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. Approximate purchase size 1".-11/2"

$79.99

Blue Polyping
Encrusting Yellow Montipora
montipora peltiformis

Description:This beautiful encrusting SPS (small polyped stony) coral from the solomon islands and is a golden yellow color, completely covered with bright Blue polyps. When all the polyps are out, you can barely see the yellow montipora itself! requires moderate water currents and intense lighting provided by metal halides to maintain its color.
Hardiness: Fairly hardy when provided with the proper conditions as outlined below.
Lighting: Montipora Corals can live in a variety of lighting conditions, ranging from power compacts, VHO, T-5's up to the more intense metal halides. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting. In an aquarium lit by metal halides, Montipora Corals should be kept in a mid to low position, and under other lighting they should be kept in a mid to high position. To bring out the most intense coloration of this coral, we recommend metal halide lighting.
Water Current: Prefer strong intermittent water current within the aquarium.
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" - 11/2"
Aggressiveness: low.
Difficulty Level: Easy

$59.99

Tank Raised by ORA
Green Polyp Australian Delicate Acropora
Acropora sp.

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Description: The ORA Australian Delicate Staghorn Acroipora originated from the reefs of Australia. This ORA coral has delicate, thin branches with bright blue tips and small fluorescent green polyps. The Australian Delicate Staghorn will improve it's color intensity under strong lighting coupled with strong variable flow. ORA produces the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry.
Requirements: The Australian Delicate Staghorn Coral prefers a high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and oth
Diet Requirements: As with many species of Acropora, the ORA Australian Delicate Staghorn requires stable aquarium conditions. Appropriate levels of Calcium, Alkalinity, PH, as well as trace elements, along with low to undetectable levels of phosphates, nitrates and nitrites. It will also benefit from the addition of food in the form of micro-plankton, as well as other foods appropriate for filter feeding invertebrates.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 2" - 3"
Aggressiveness: low.
Difficulty Level: Advanced Aquarist

$49.99

Tank Raised by ORA
CHIPS Purple Pillow
Acropora sp.

Actual color, not touched up

Description:The Chips Acropora Coral is a beautiful species of Acropora that has very long greenish yellow polyps lending the coral a fuzzy appearance. The growth tips of the coral are bright purple adding to its overall mystique. The combination of this color green and purple is not common in the trade and will add variety to your reef aquarium.

The growth rate of this Chips Acropora is very fast and adapts well to a variety of lighting conditions. It can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces, if conditions are ideal. They prefer a moderately high light level combined with strong intermittent water currents within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water.

These coral frags produced by ORA are the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. The advanced quality control methods used at ORA ensure only problem-free specimens are sold. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Their corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2-3 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.
Requirements: The Australian Delicate Staghorn Coral prefers a high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and oth
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 2" - 3"
Aggressiveness: low.

$59.99

Tank Raised by ORA
Dustins Deep Water
Acropora sp.

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Description:Dustin's Deepwater Acro is a magnificent coral named after Dustin Dorton, the coral hatchery manager at Oceans Reef & Aquariums (ORA). The dark green and purple base of Dustin's Deepwater Acro has a luminescent quality that gives it a striking, other worldly beauty. The smooth branches have very few corallites and the long and slender tips are purplish-blue in color.

ORA is now producing the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2- 4 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plastic plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.
Requirements: Dustin's Deepwater Acropora Coral will thrive under a variety of light fixtures (compact fluorescents, VHO's, T-5's, and the more intense metal halides) provided they receive at least 5 watts of light per gallon. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the light fixture to ensure ideal light conditions. A high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium will help maximize healthy growth.
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 2" - 3"
Aggressiveness: low.

$69.99

Tank Raised Green Bird Nest
Seriatopora guttatus

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Description:Our Flourescent Green Birds Nest Coral is also referred to as Seriatopora Bird's Nest, Needle, Finger, or Brush Coral. It is a small polyp stony (SPS) coral with very delicate, thin branches and neon green polyps. The Green Birds Nest Coral requires both moderate lighting and intermittent water current to maintain its bright colors. For continued good health, it will also require the addition of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. . Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.
Requirements: The Green birdnest coral will thrive under a variety of light fixtures (compact fluorescents, VHO's, T-5's, and the more intense metal halides) provided they receive at least 5 watts of light per gallon. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the light fixture to ensure ideal light conditions. A high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium will help maximize healthy growth.
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 2" - 3"
Aggressiveness: low

$49.99

Tank Raised by ORA
Pearlberry Acropora
Acropora sp.

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Description:ORA proudly announces the availability of another new coral, Pearlberry Acropora. This coral has delicate branches with brilliant pearl background, greenish corallites and bright lavender tips. This coral most resembles Acropora desalwii but ORA has not made a positive identification.

ORA is now producing the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2- 4 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plastic plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.
Requirements: It will thrive under a variety of light fixtures (compact fluorescents, VHO's, T-5's, and the more intense metal halides) provided they receive at least 5 watts of light per gallon. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the light fixture to ensure ideal light conditions. A high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium will help maximize healthy growth.
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 2" - 3"
Aggressiveness: low.

$69.99

Tank Raised by ORA
Pink Bird Nest Coral
Seriatopora hystrix

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Description: A relatively fast growing coral, the Birds nest coral is a beautiful SPS species that is aquacultured by ORA, and grows very thin intertwining branches like a birds nest. These coral frags produced by ORA are the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. The advanced quality control methods used at ORA ensure only problem-free specimens are sold. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Their corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2-3 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.

ORA is now producing the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2- 4 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plastic plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.

Requirements: The Pink birdnest coral will thrive under a variety of light fixtures (compact fluorescents, VHO's, T-5's, and the more intense metal halides) provided they receive at least 5 watts of light per gallon. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the light fixture to ensure ideal light conditions. A high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium will help maximize healthy growth. ,Because of the delicate branches in the Birnest coral, care should be taken in the placement of the coral in order to protect it from physical damage.
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 2" - 3"
Aggressiveness: low.

$39.99

Tank Raised by ORA
Hyacinth Bird Nest Coral
Seriatopora hystrix

Actual color, not touched up

Description: A relatively fast growing coral, the Birds nest coral is a beautiful SPS species that is aquacultured by ORA, and grows very thin intertwining branches like a birds nest. These coral frags produced by ORA are the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. The advanced quality control methods used at ORA ensure only problem-free specimens are sold. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Their corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2-3 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.

ORA is now producing the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2- 4 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plastic plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.

Requirements: The Hyacinth birdnest coral will thrive under a variety of light fixtures (compact fluorescents, VHO's, T-5's, and the more intense metal halides) provided they receive at least 5 watts of light per gallon. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the light fixture to ensure ideal light conditions. A high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium will help maximize healthy growth. ,Because of the delicate branches in the Birnest coral, care should be taken in the placement of the coral in order to protect it from physical damage.
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 2" - 3"
Aggressiveness: low.

$39.99

Tank Raised by ORA
Plum Crazy Staghorn
Acropora sp.

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Description:A Crazy Name for One Crazy Acropora. This acro is the color of the fruit plum, and if you look closely at the picture you can see beautiful emerald green polyps. The color intensity of this species will increase even more under very high lighting. VERY UNUSUAL for an SPS. ORA brought this beauty back from germany and has been working hard to bring it to you for over 2 years!

ORA is now producing the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2- 4 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plastic plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.
Requirements: The Plum Crazy Staghorn Coral prefers a high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and oth
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 2" - 3"
Aggressiveness: low.

$79.99

Tank Raised by ORA
Blue Voodoo Staghorn
Acropora sp.

Actual color, not touched up

Description:A beauty from ORA, this unique staghorn acropora is sure to put a spell on you! Wildly iridescent blue/green base with cobalt blue tip and incredibly bushy green polyps. The colors really pop underneath 10,000 to 20,000 Halide lighting, and even more with supplemental actinic bulbs.

ORA is now producing the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2- 4 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plastic plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.
Requirements: The Blue Voodoo Staghorn Coral prefers a high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and oth
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 2" - 3"
Aggressiveness: low.

$59.99

Tank Raised by ORA
ORA Red Planet Table Acropora

Description:ORA has released the Red Planet Table Acropora shown above. These coral frags produced by ORA are the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. It looks to be a beautiful Acropora anthocercis. According to ORA, this has been their most anticipated release of 2008. The coral is truly stellar and sure to be the talk of the town. It has a Vibrant Metallic Green and Red Base with striking bright red Polyps and incredible hot pink tips. Fragments of this coral closely resemble what most might call a Acropora prostrata but it grows into a tightly spaced, flat topped, true table coral as it matures.

The Red Planet Table displays excellent growth and color under a wide variety of lighting conditions and has proven to be one of our hardiest corals. You truly must see it to believe it. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies.

ORA is now producing the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2- 4 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plastic plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.
Requirements: The Red Planet prefers a high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and oth
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/2"

$79.99

Tank Raised by ORA
Aurora Borealis Acropora
Acropora sp.

Actual color, not touched up

Description:The ORA Borealis truly stands out even among our most colorful corals. This new release is named after the spectacular phenomenon, known as Aurora Borealis. It’s unique coloration morphs from a lime green base to great looking bright electric blue tips.The polyps are very expansive and range from green to mint green under varied lighting conditions. The growth pattern is also quite unique; it tends to grow many short branches in tight form with lots of polyps which gives it a bushy appearance. The bright blue and green base cuts through the polyps giving it an electric glow that really sets this coral apart from other types of blue and green acropora available.

ORA is now producing the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2- 4 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plastic plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.
Requirements: Strong intermittent current and high output lighting are suggested to maintain natural growth, good polyp extension and dazzling color.
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" - 2"
Aggressiveness: low.

$79.99

Tank Raised by ORA
Bellina Acropora
Acropora sp.

Actual color, not touched up

Description:The ORA Bellina is a strikingly remarkable acropora. This new release has a unique violet to purple coloration with contrasting bright green to an almost yellow closely patterned polyps. The polyps have outstanding extension and movement in strong current. Like all of the SPS family of corals, the Bellina Acropora can be acclimated to a wide variety of high output aquarium lighting. Strong intermittent current is required for polyp extension.

ORA is now producing the best, most diverse and healthy stony coral fragments in the aquarium industry. ORA coral frags (fragments) are well encrusted to the base on which they are grown. They are never sold until they are fully matured as individual coral colonies. Our corals are true hobbyist frags, designed to be grown-out in the home aquarium. They range in size from 2- 4 inches, and are mounted on 1/2" inch diameter plastic plugs. ORA frags are truly aquacultured specimens, 6 or 7 generations removed from the original wild colonies. No tissue or skeleton of wild brood-stock corals remain.
Requirements: Strong intermittent current and high output lighting are suggested to maintain natural growth, good polyp extension and dazzling color.
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" - 2"
Aggressiveness: low.

$69.99

Tank Raised by ORA
Phil's Neon Acropora Granulosa
Acropora granulosa

Actual color, not touched up

Description:PHIL’S GRANULOSA ORA successfully released another new coral, this one named after our dedicated volunteer, Phil James. History: This coral originated from a small frag brought back from Germany in 2002. In August of 2004 they began selling this coral until Hurricanes Frances and Jean destroyed 100% of our stock. With a lot of effort and the kind donations from friends, ORA is reintroducing this coral more than 3 years later. This smooth-branched, neon green coral thrives in medium to high light conditions. Most would consider this a deep water growth form. The frag you will receive will be compact, have several branches and will be securely attached to the plug. It most resembles Acropora granulosa but we have not made a positive identification.
Requirements: This coral prefers a high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and oth
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" - 2"
Aggressiveness: low.

$29.99

Tank Raised by ORA Marshall Island
Yellow Fuzzy Acropora

Actual color, not touched up

Description:The ORA Marshall Island Yellow Fuzzy Acropora Coral is a beautiful strain of yellow/green with long, hairy polyps. It is found in a variety of colors, and may actually change color forms while in the reef aquarium. A fast grower, The Yellow Fuzzy Acropora's growth rate is faster than most of the other corals found in an established reef aquarium. ORA's Yellow Fuzzy Acropora coral frags are mounted on a plug that can be affixed to live rock anywhere in the aquarium with gel super glue or epoxy.
Requirements: This coral prefers a high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and oth
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" - 2"
Aggressiveness: low.

$44.99

Tank Raised by ORA Marshall Island
Blue Bottlebrush Acropora

Actual color, not touched up

Description:The ORA Aquacultured Blue Bottlebrush Acropora Coral grows relatively thin branches in a bushy manor which resembles a babies bottle brush. The base of the branches are tan in color and will develop brilliant blue tips over time provided it receives enough intense light. ORA's Blue Bottlebrush Acropora coral frags are mounted on a plug that can be affixed to live rock anywhere in the aquarium with gel super glue or epoxy.
Requirements: This coral prefers a high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and oth
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" - 2"
Aggressiveness: low.

$39.99

Tank Raised Pink Cats Paw Acropora

Actual color, not touched up

Description:As the name suggests, Cat's Paw Coral is shaped like a cat’s paw and is pink in color. The bright color of the Pink Cat's Paw Coral enhances the visual appeal of the reef aquarium.
The Pink Cats Paw Acropora coral frags are mounted on a plug that can be affixed to live rock anywhere in the aquarium with gel super glue or epoxy.
Requirements: This coral prefers a high light level combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and oth
Diet Requirements: For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Tank Positioning: Alter the position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 5 watts per gallon using one of the systems mentioned above.
Aggressiveness: low.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" - 2"

$49.99

Brand New Release
Tank Raised
Peach Montipora Digitata

Actual color, not touched up

$39.99

Brand New Release
Tank Raised
The Hairy Beast Acropora

Super Long Yellow Hairy Polyps on a Olive Green Base

The Hairy Beast is another Aquatic Connection Live Exclusive Acropora we have been working on for over a year now. The origional stock came from Malaysia about 3 years ago. It grows multiple branches with very uncommon polyps that form flower petal like groupings . We have found the Hairy Beast to adapt well to many different lighting combinations from Powercompacts, to T5's, thru eye piercing metal halides. The Hairy Beast prefers an intermittent water current within the aquarium. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. Alter their position in the aquarium depending on the lighting, and provide at least 3 watts per gallon using one of the lighting systems mentioned above.It will also benefit from additional food fed weekly in the form of micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/2" to 2"

xx Brand New Release
ORA Blue Iris Acropora

Actual color not touched up

ORA grows their corals in a greenhouse culture facilities in Florida and the Marshall Islands. The corals are grown under diffused sunlight and are supplemented with 250W 10K DE Metal Halide lights. Adding the artificial lights helps the corals adapt to the environment provided by aquarium lighting. This ORA coral has a green base with striking blue tips and elongated coralites. Beautiful Blue, yes I said blue, polyps extend from this amazing new piece from ORA. The Iris prefers an intermittent water current within the aquarium and bright lighting of at least 3 watts per gallon. A 14K to 20K Spectrum will bring out the true blue polyps and other features. For continued good health, it will require the addition of supplemental calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. It will also benefit from additional food fed weekly in the form of micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/2" to 2"

$79.99

Brand New Release
Tank Raised
Sky Blue Humilis

Actual color, not touched up

Acropora humilis is a Cluster or Corymbose Acropora. The branches of this coral are thick and taper to a dome shape, looking similar to fingers, hence one of it's common names. There will be larger branches mixed in with smaller ones. Radial corallites (the cup formed by a polyp) are found in two sizes, the larger ones in rows but increasing slightly in size towards the base of the branches. Humilis likes to eat filter feeding invert food, brine shrimp, micro-plankton a few times per week. For continued good health, it will also require the addition of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the water. The Blue Humilis Acropora prefers a high light level of at least 5 watts per gallon provided by metal halide lighting combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium
Approximate Purchase Size: 1-1/2" to 2"

$49.99

Brand New Release
Tank Raised
Blue Tip Staghorn

Actual color, not touched up

The Bluetip Staghorn Acropora Coral has tapered cylindrical branches in a tree- or staghorn-like formation. The Bluetip Staghorn Acropora Coral prefers a high light level of at least 5 watts per gallon provided by metal halide lighting combined with strong intermittent water current within the aquarium. Bluetip Staghorn like to eat filter feeding invert food, brine shrimp, micro-plankton a few times per week. For continued good health, it will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. It will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Approximate Purchase Size: 1" - 2"

$29.99

Brand New Release
Red Hot Chili Pepper Montipora

Actual color, not touched up

Description:Red Hot Chile Pepper monti, bright green with red polyps , grows like a plate. and its a fast grower!
Requirements:Quite peaceful, it can be placed in close proximity to other similar peaceful corals in the reef aquarium. In an aquarium lit by metal halides, Montipora Corals should be kept in a mid to low position, and under other lighting they should be kept in a mid to high position. To bring out the most intense coloration of this coral, we recommend metal halide , T5, or VHO lighting. For continued good health, they will require the addition of a two part calcium and buffer supplement in order to maintain a calcium level of 400-450 ppm and dKH of 8-12. They will benefit from the addition of zooplankton.
Approx Purchase Size:1" to 1-1/2"

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Ocean Grown SPS CORALS

Birdsnest Coral - Pink
Seriatopora hystrix

The Birdsnest Coral is also referred to as Seriatopora Bird's Nest, Needle, Finger, or Brush Coral. It is a small polyp stony (SPS) coral with very delicate, thin branches with needle-like tips. It is found in a variety of shades of pink. These are very delicate, but beautiful corals that offer a variety of shape and bright coloration to a reef aquarium. The ideal conditions for the Acropora coral is an established reef aquarium with bright lighting provided by preferably intense metal halides. They can also thrive under multiple VHO's, T-5's or compact fluorescents if placed high in the aquarium. Under the right conditions, the growth rate of the Acropora coral is much more rapid than most of the other corals found in an established reef aquarium.To maximize their growth rate, it is imperative to maintain a high pH, alkalinity and calcium levels, and to keep phosphate and nitrate levels as close to zero as possible. If conditions are ideal, it can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces.Along with lighting and water quality, Acropora corals prefer strong, intermittent water flow within the aquarium. The symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within its body, so it receives the majority of its nutritional requirements from photosynthesis. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 2" to 21/2"; Medium: 3" to 4"; Large: 41/2" to 5" ; XLarge 6" to 8"

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Acropora Coral, Color Tip
Acropora sp

The Color Tip Acropora Corals occur in many colorations and will be solid in color with bright coloration on the tips of the branches. The coloration of the tips intensify when the growth of the coral is at its greatest. These are very beautiful species that will add a variety of color to your reef aquarium. The ideal conditions for the Acropora coral is an established reef aquarium with bright lighting provided by preferably intense metal halides. They can also thrive under multiple VHO's, T-5's or compact fluorescents if placed high in the aquarium. Under the right conditions, the growth rate of the Acropora coral is much more rapid than most of the other corals found in an established reef aquarium.To maximize their growth rate, it is imperative to maintain a high pH, alkalinity and calcium levels, and to keep phosphate and nitrate levels as close to zero as possible. If conditions are ideal, it can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces.Along with lighting and water quality, Acropora corals prefer strong, intermittent water flow within the aquarium. The symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within its body, so it receives the majority of its nutritional requirements from photosynthesis. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 2" to 21/2"; Medium: 3" to 4"; Large: 41/2" to 5" ; XLarge 6" to 8"

Starting at $69.99

Horn Coral, Fluorescent
Hydnophora sp

The Hydnophora Horn Coral is a SPS coral often called Velvet Horn, or Branch Coral. It is often confused with Acropora Coral because of its similar appearance, but they are only distant relatives. It is a branching variety of cream to fluorescent green color, and has very short polyps.Its protective stingers are longer than acropora corals have so it is important to provide plenty of room between itself and other corals or they will be damadged or killed by the Hydnophora. The ideal conditions for the Acropora coral is an established reef aquarium with bright lighting provided by preferably intense metal halides. They can also thrive under multiple VHO's, T-5's or compact fluorescents if placed high in the aquarium. Under the right conditions, the growth rate of the Acropora coral is much more rapid than most of the other corals found in an established reef aquarium.To maximize their growth rate, it is imperative to maintain a high pH, alkalinity and calcium levels, and to keep phosphate and nitrate levels as close to zero as possible. If conditions are ideal, it can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces.Along with lighting and water quality, Acropora corals prefer strong, intermittent water flow within the aquarium. The symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within its body, so it receives the majority of its nutritional requirements from photosynthesis. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 2" to 21/2"; Medium: 3" to 4"; Large: 41/2" to 5" ; XLarge 6" to 8"

Starting at $69.99

Purple Acropora
Acropora sp

The Purple Acropora Corals are beautiful species that will vary in coloration from solid, to different shades of purple.There are many different species of Acropora corals with many different growth forms. The ideal conditions for the Acropora coral is an established reef aquarium with bright lighting provided by preferably intense metal halides. They can also thrive under multiple VHO's, T-5's or compact fluorescents if placed high in the aquarium. Under the right conditions, the growth rate of the Acropora coral is much more rapid than most of the other corals found in an established reef aquarium.To maximize their growth rate, it is imperative to maintain a high pH, alkalinity and calcium levels, and to keep phosphate and nitrate levels as close to zero as possible. If conditions are ideal, it can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces.Along with lighting and water quality, Acropora corals prefer strong, intermittent water flow within the aquarium. The symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within its body, so it receives the majority of its nutritional requirements from photosynthesis. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 2" to 21/2"; Medium: 3" to 4"; Large: 41/2" to 5" ; XLarge 6" to 8"

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Blue Acropora
Acropora sp

The Blue Acropora Corals are beautiful species that will vary in coloration from solid, to different shades of blue.There are many different species of Acropora corals with many different growth forms. The ideal conditions for the Acropora coral is an established reef aquarium with bright lighting provided by preferably intense metal halides. They can also thrive under multiple VHO's, T-5's or compact fluorescents if placed high in the aquarium. Under the right conditions, the growth rate of the Acropora coral is much more rapid than most of the other corals found in an established reef aquarium.To maximize their growth rate, it is imperative to maintain a high pH, alkalinity and calcium levels, and to keep phosphate and nitrate levels as close to zero as possible. If conditions are ideal, it can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces.Along with lighting and water quality, Acropora corals prefer strong, intermittent water flow within the aquarium. The symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within its body, so it receives the majority of its nutritional requirements from photosynthesis. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 2" to 21/2"; Medium: 3" to 4"; Large: 41/2" to 5" ; XLarge 6" to 8"

Starting at $69.99

Green Acropora
Acropora sp

The Green Acropora Corals are beautiful species that will vary in coloration from solid, to different shades of green. Many of the brightly colored Green Acroporas will even glow under actinic lighting giving your aquarium a stunning look during sunrise and sunset simulations.There are many different species of Acropora corals with many different growth forms. The ideal conditions for the Acropora coral is an established reef aquarium with bright lighting provided by preferably intense metal halides. They can also thrive under multiple VHO's, T-5's or compact fluorescents if placed high in the aquarium. Under the right conditions, the growth rate of the Acropora coral is much more rapid than most of the other corals found in an established reef aquarium.To maximize their growth rate, it is imperative to maintain a high pH, alkalinity and calcium levels, and to keep phosphate and nitrate levels as close to zero as possible. If conditions are ideal, it can also be cultured and grown into a new colony from living fragments or broken pieces.Along with lighting and water quality, Acropora corals prefer strong, intermittent water flow within the aquarium. The symbiotic algae zooxanthellae are hosted within its body, so it receives the majority of its nutritional requirements from photosynthesis. While it does not require additional food to maintain its health in the reef aquarium, it will feed on micro-plankton or foods designed for filter feeding invertebrates. Approximate Purchase Size: Small: 2" to 21/2"; Medium: 3" to 4"; Large: 41/2" to 5" ; XLarge 6" to 8"

Starting at $69.99

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Notes: Lighting and coloration of corals: Please note not all corals from our tanks and lighting will look the same when they are in your tanks. Everybody's tanks have different lighting setups, spectrums, combinations, etc. Aquacon's tanks are light by 400 watt 20K Halide bulbs. We use these bulbs because it provides the perfect balance of natural white light along with the deeper actinic blue that corals need to bring out the correct colors and to thrive off of. If your tank consists of all daylight (10K's, 65K's etc.) with minimal actinic lighting, your not going to get as many of the vibrant true colors from your corals as you would with the correct lighting combination. If you need better descriptions of corals please feel free to contact us.