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:Known to sting nearby, less aggressive [[Coral|corals]]. Needs solid surface for expansion otherwise will not grow off of the chunk of rock or ceramic disk it is glued to. | :Known to sting nearby, less aggressive [[Coral|corals]]. Needs solid surface for expansion otherwise will not grow off of the chunk of rock or ceramic disk it is glued to. | ||
== Diet == | == Diet == | ||
| − | :As with most corals it will get the majority of its sustenance from its symbiotic algae, although it does appreciate the addition of liquid reef food or smaller [[Brine shrimp|brine shrimp]] into one of its central mouths. Like most | + | :As with most corals it will get the majority of its sustenance from its symbiotic algae, although it does appreciate the addition of liquid reef food or smaller [[Brine shrimp|brine shrimp]] into one of its central mouths. Like most [[Large Polyped Stoney Coral]] an occasional target feeding of [[mysis]] will increase its growth rate. |
==Feeding regime== | ==Feeding regime== | ||
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Acan Lord
Acan Lord
Acanthastrea lordhowensis
22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)
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Alternative names[edit]
- Acan Lord, Lord Acan, Lord Coral, Acan Coral
Tank compatibility[edit]
- Known to sting nearby, less aggressive corals. Needs solid surface for expansion otherwise will not grow off of the chunk of rock or ceramic disk it is glued to.
Diet[edit]
- As with most corals it will get the majority of its sustenance from its symbiotic algae, although it does appreciate the addition of liquid reef food or smaller brine shrimp into one of its central mouths. Like most Large Polyped Stoney Coral an occasional target feeding of mysis will increase its growth rate.
Feeding regime[edit]
- Appreciates being fed once or twice a week which will ensure it retains its bright colouration and maintains full expansion.
Environment Specifics[edit]
- Moderate light and low flow. Will die easily if stung by other more agressive corals.
Behaviour[edit]
- Capable of stinging and inclined to do so.
Identification[edit]
- A bony calcified under skeleton with a pillowy flesh with a depression in the center. Tenticals extend from the centers.
