Solar Eclipse Plerogyra (Plerogyra sp.)
Quick Stats
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Care Level: Intermediate
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Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
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Colour Form: Grafted Smoky Grey with Radiant Yellow Highlights
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Water Conditions: 24-28°C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
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Family: Plerogyridae
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Lighting: Moderate
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Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Amino Acids, Trace Elements
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Water Flow: Low to Moderate
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Placement: Bottom to Mid-Level
Overview
The Solar Eclipse Plerogyra is a rare and stunning grafted Bubble Coral, displaying a mesmerizing fusion of smoky grey and glowing yellow. Its distinctive spherical vesicles (or "bubbles") shift in shape throughout the day, giving it an ever-changing, organic look that enhances the depth and movement of any reef tank. The unique color combination creates a celestial contrast, reminiscent of a total solar eclipse, making it a prized addition for coral collectors.
Care & Feeding
This coral thrives in moderate lighting, which helps maintain its grafted coloration without stressing its delicate tissue. A low to moderate water flow allows its bubbles to expand fully while preventing excessive movement that could damage the soft polyps. The Solar Eclipse Plerogyra is primarily photosynthetic but benefits from occasional feedings of mysis shrimp, plankton, and other meaty coral foods, which support its growth and enhance its luminescence. Maintaining stable calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity levels is essential for skeletal health.
Optimal Parameters
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Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
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Calcium (Ca): 400-450 ppm
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Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
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Nitrate (NO3): 1-10 ppm
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Phosphate (PO4): 0.01-0.05 ppm
Placement
The Solar Eclipse Plerogyra should be placed in the bottom to mid-level of the aquarium, ensuring it has room to expand without interference. While not highly aggressive, it can extend sweeper tentacles at night, so allow adequate space from neighboring corals. With its lunar-like glow and fluid movement, this grafted Bubble Coral adds a truly cosmic presence to any reef display.
☀️🌑 Witness the brilliance of a solar eclipse in your reef with this breathtaking Plerogyra!