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In keeping with the #zoa theme, here's a nice #frag of "King Midas" #Zoanthids. These are one of the more unique colors you can find zoas in. #elitereef #softcoral #zoas #reefaquarium #coralreef #oceanlife #reeftank https://www.instagram.com/p/BpvAI4QBteO/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=598xsdkakcz2

#micromussa #acanthastrea #lordhowensis #acan #elitereef #LPScoral #reef2reef #aquariumhobby #coraltank #aquariums #coralreefs #reefgeek #coralreeftank #reefporn #allmymoneygoestocoral #frags #reefaquarium #coralreef #oceanlife https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt8wOYPHBxR/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=hwxu5vd1u6sz

#Blastomussa Difficulty Level: Blastomussa falls under the average #LPS care level with stable alkalinity and calcium levels being their primary need. Most simple systems with consistent water changes are adequate. Feeding: Blastos are extremely aggressive eaters with very capable tentacles. They will easily catch and consume most food types including frozen, liquid and even pellets. Take care as their feeding aggression can sometimes be taken out on neighboring #corals. Lighting (Level 3 to 6): Blastos may adapt to many lighting conditions, but should be acclimated very slowly to higher lighting conditions. Water flow: Moderate water flow. Placement: Blastos are peaceful corals which may suffer from the stings of other #LPScorals. Be careful to provide them plenty of space https://captivecoral.net/portfolio/blastomussa/ #elitereef #reeftank #reefaquarium #nanoaquarium #nanotank https://www.instagram.com/p/BtoogK9ntQb/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=t9sfzvo6h2ur

Who's got an ID for this #spscoral? #elitereef #reefaquarium #coralfrags #coralid #reeftank #coralreefs #aquariumfans #fishtank #saltwateraquarium (at Elite Reef) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bs9mjQ6hVaH/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1wr03l5qj0kuq

#alveopora Common names: #flowerpotcoral, daisy coral, ball coral Difficulty Level: Alveopora is a semi hard coral with a mature and stable tank being a must. Feeding: Alveopora is mostly photosynthetic when compared to similar looking goniopora species, but they do still benefit from small meet based foods including baby brine and smaller items. Lighting (Level 3 to 6): Most species require medium to relatively high light. Light acclimation is very important for these sensitive corals. Water flow: Medium to lower flow is best to keep fleshy polyps from getting damaged on rocks and skeleton. Placement: They are relatively none aggressive toward other #coral, alveopora should be given plenty of space to insure that its long flowing tentacles are not damaged on rocks or other corals. General: The easy way to tell alveopora apart from goniopora is the number of small tentacles on the end of each arm. Alveopora generally has 12 while goniopora will usually have 24 on each https://captivecoral.net/portfolio/alveopora/ #elitereef #reefphotography #reeftank #coralreefs #coralfever #allmymoneygoestocoral #frags #reefaquarium #coralreef #oceanlife https://www.instagram.com/p/BsqYkFWhFsT/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1v6hz7hw9dk2h

Feast yours eyes on this huge #duncanopsammia #polyp! This is the first #coral I can honestly remember costing a ton for a small #frag. Remember the days when these were $150 to $200 per polyp? I do, but I still love them just the same. Probably one of the easiest corals on the planet to feed and they always reqard food with growth! #elitereef #LPSreef #LPSheaven #LPScoral #reeftanks #coralporn #corals #reeftank #coralreefs #aquariumfans #fishtank #saltwateraquarium https://www.instagram.com/p/BsgEY-LhptR/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1wdjcprb99pjv

Common names: lobed #braincoral, open brain coral Difficulty Level: #Trachyphyllia brains are generally very tolerant of most conditions, but stable alkalinity is important. Feeding: Trachyphyllias have a very strong prey capture ability. They may be fed any meaty foods including pellets. Lighting (Level 4 to 7): These #corals prefer moderate lighting, but may be adapted to higher. Be sure to acclimate them when moving to higher light. Water flow: Moderate to stronger water flow is ideal. Placement: Trachyphyllia brains must be placed on the sand. They are aggressive corals with long sweeper tentacles, so be sure to leave ample space around them. General: Stable alkalinity is a must with these corals and calcium above 400 is best to promote growth https://captivecoral.net/portfolio/wellsophyllia/ #elitereef #LPScoral #reef2reef #aquariumhobby #coraltank #coralmacro #macrophotography #photography #underwaterphotography #macronature #coralreefs #reefgeek #coralreeftank (at Elite Reef) https://www.instagram.com/p/BsRmrPYhkpl/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=rxvtybdouz52

Common names: #Torchcoral, trumpet coral, pom-pom coral Difficulty Level: Torch #coral is generally tolerant, but must have stable alkalinity to survive. Feeding: Poor feeding response, so must usually be fed with pumps off. Most common foods are small suspension matter including phyto and roti. Lighting (Level 5 to 7): Most prefer moderate lighting, but will adapt to varying conditions. Water flow: Medium to low flow is a must in preventing damage to fleshy tentacles against rock or skeleton. Placement: Torch coral can be very aggressive, so be sure to leave space for it to fully extend its tentacles without touching other corals including other species of #euphyllia. General: Many times clownfish will host in torch coral like an anemone. Be cautious as not every torch will continue to open fully is harassed by clownfish https://captivecoral.net/portfolio/torch-coral/ #elitereef #LPSreef #LPScoral #reeftanks #reefmacro #underwaterphotography #coralfrags #aquariumhobby #coralporn (at Elite Reef) https://www.instagram.com/p/BsRiVzRBvCn/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=t838v9fsj0u8