Acropora - Millepora - Rainbow Marine Fish Weak specimens may conserve energy

Weak specimens may conserve energy by refusing to open

feather duster worms including those living within Porites coral

As a juvenile it is snowy white with large jet black polka-dots covering its whole body

earthy colored body which is nearly black

Such contact may damage the coral and cause brown jelly infection

Acropora - Millepora - Rainbow Marine Fish Weak specimens may conserve energyConsidered by many to be the pinnacle of reef keeping success, Acropora corals are extremely demanding, but just as rewarding if given proper care. They require exceptionally stable water quality which can only be provided in a well established aquarium over 6 months old. High levels of nitrate and phosphate are not tolerated and commonly cause browning; although low, stable levels are necessary for best growth and color. Alkalinity, calcium,