⚫🐍 Black Mamba Rhodactis – Grade B – 2 Polyps WYSIWYG 🐍⚫
Rhodactis spp. (Deep Black Soft Coral – Collector Polyps)
🔹 Quick Stats
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Care Level: Easy to Moderate
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Temperament: Peaceful (ideal for mixed coral tanks; keep moderate spacing)
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Colour Form: The Black Mamba Rhodactis features intense deep black polyps 🖤 with subtle textural highlights. Each polyp exhibits rich contrast and collector appeal.
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Number of Polyps: 2
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Water Conditions: 24–27 °C, dKH 8–12, pH 8.0–8.4, sg 1.024–1.026
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Family: Discosomatidae
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Lighting: Moderate (brings out deep black tones)
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Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Trace Elements, Amino Acids
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Water Flow: Low to moderate — allows full polyp expansion without stress
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Placement: Mid reef zones
🧬 Overview
The Black Mamba Rhodactis is a premium collector softie, prized for its intense black coloration and compact size. With 2 polyps, it’s perfect for adding depth and contrast to your reef, standing out beautifully among brighter corals.
🍽️ Feeding & Care
Primarily photosynthetic but thrives with target feeding 1–2 times per week using microplankton, rotifers, or enriched baby brine shrimp. Regular supplementation with amino acids and trace elements helps maintain vibrant tissue and healthy growth.
📈 Optimal Parameters
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Alkalinity (dKH): 8–12
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Calcium (Ca): 420–460 ppm
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Magnesium (Mg): 1250–1350 ppm
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Nitrate (NO₃): 2–10 ppm
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Phosphate (PO₄): 0.02–0.08 ppm
📍 Placement
Mid reef zones with gentle, indirect flow. Under actinic lighting, the deep black polyps provide a stunning visual contrast in any tank.
📸 WYSIWYG Note
Sold as WYSIWYG — the exact 2 polyps photographed are the ones you will receive, ensuring premium quality, color, and individuality.