Ember Glow Blastomussa
Quick Stats
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Color Form: Vibrant Metal Orange with Fiery Red Accents
Water Conditions: 24-26°C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Family: Mussidae
Lighting: Moderate to High
Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Trace Elements, Iron
Waterflow: Moderate
Placement: Bottom to Middle
Overview
The Ember Glow Blastomussa is a striking coral, boasting vibrant metal orange hues with fiery red accents that seem to glow like embers in the dark. This coral adds dramatic color and energy to any reef aquarium, making it a perfect focal point. Its radiant colors and dynamic polyp movement bring a touch of intensity, without overwhelming the overall harmony of your tank.
Care & Feeding
While the Ember Glow Blastomussa is photosynthetic, it thrives with supplemental feedings such as reef-specific pellets, micro-plankton, or powdered coral foods. This will help it maintain its vivid coloration and promote healthy growth. Keep the water parameters stable, especially calcium and magnesium levels, to support skeletal development and enhance its vibrant hues.
Optimal Parameters
- Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
- Calcium (Ca): 400-450 ppm
- Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
- Iron (Fe): Regular supplementation recommended for Blastomussa species
- Nitrate (NO3): 1-10 ppm
- Phosphate (PO4): 0.01-0.05 ppm
Placement
Position the Ember Glow Blastomussa in the bottom or middle sections of your tank, ensuring it has enough space for its polyps to fully expand. Moderate water flow will highlight its graceful movements and maintain its health without stressing its delicate tissues.
Illuminate your reef with the Ember Glow Blastomussa, a coral that brings the warmth and intensity of fire to your aquarium.