Crimson Crown Micromussa (Micromussa spp.)
Quick Stats
- Care Level: Moderate
- Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
- Colour Form: Deep Crimson with Fiery Orange Highlights
- Water Conditions: 24-26°C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
- Family: Mussidae
- Lighting: Low to Moderate
- Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Amino Acids, Trace Elements
- Water Flow: Low to Moderate
- Placement: Bottom to Middle
Overview
The Crimson Crown Micromussa is a striking coral that commands attention with its deep crimson hues and fiery orange highlights. Each fleshy polyp radiates intensity, creating a bold contrast against a reefscape. Under actinic lighting, its colors take on a glowing ember-like effect, making it an eye-catching centerpiece in any reef aquarium.
Care & Feeding
Thriving in low to moderate lighting and gentle water flow, the Crimson Crown Micromussa extends its fleshy polyps fully when conditions are ideal. This coral is partially photosynthetic but benefits significantly from target feeding with meaty foods like mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and coral-specific nutrition, enhancing its vivid coloration and overall health.
Maintaining stable alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium levels is crucial to preserving its rich red tones and promoting steady growth.
Optimal Parameters
- Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
- Calcium (Ca): 400-450 ppm
- Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
- Nitrate (NO3): 5-15 ppm
- Phosphate (PO4): 0.03-0.08 ppm
Placement
The Crimson Crown Micromussa prefers placement in the bottom to middle sections of the tank, where it can receive stable lighting and gentle flow. While it is not highly aggressive, it can extend feeder tentacles at night, so allowing space between it and neighboring corals helps prevent territorial disputes.
With its intense coloration, fleshy structure, and unique glow under reef lighting, the Crimson Crown Micromussa is a must-have for reef enthusiasts looking to add a touch of fiery elegance to their aquarium!