(Blastomussa spp.)

Description

Vibrant Blastomussa Corals: A Jewel for Your Reef Tank

Add a splash of stunning color and unique texture to your marine aquarium with these hardy and attractive large polyp stony corals.

Overview

Blastomussa spp., commonly known as Blastomussa corals, are captivating large polyp stony (LPS) corals prized for their fleshy, rounded polyps and wide array of vibrant colors, including reds, greens, blues, and oranges. Native to the Indo-Pacific, these corals typically form dome-shaped clusters on lower reef slopes, thriving in areas with gentle water movement and moderate lighting. Their peaceful nature and lack of aggressive sweeping tentacles make them compatible with many reef inhabitants, though they still require some space from more territorial corals.

Care Level

Blastomussa corals are considered beginner-friendly to moderately difficult. They are forgiving of minor fluctuations in water parameters but benefit greatly from stable conditions. Their peaceful temperament makes them a good choice for mixed reef tanks, provided they are placed away from more aggressive corals.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 114 litres (30 gallons) is recommended for Blastomussa corals. They thrive in stable reef water chemistry with temperatures between 23–27°C (74–80°F), a pH of 8.1–8.4, and a salinity of 1.024–1.026. Low to moderate lighting, approximately 50–150 PAR, and gentle, indirect water flow are ideal.

Diet

While photosynthetic, Blastomussa corals benefit significantly from supplemental feeding. Target feeding 2-3 times per week with small meaty foods like mysis shrimp or brine shrimp will promote optimal growth, coloration, and polyp expansion.

Why Buy From Us

We offer healthy, responsibly sourced Blastomussa corals, carefully selected for their vibrant coloration and hardiness. Each coral is quarantined and acclimated, ensuring you receive a top-quality specimen ready to thrive in your aquarium. Trust us for your next beautiful marine life purchase.

• Scientific Name: Blastomussa spp.
• Common Name / Variant: Blastomussa Coral
• Maximum Size: 1–5 inches (2.5–12.7cm) in diameter per polyp
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 23–27°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: bottom

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