Quick Stats
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Peaceful
Color Form: Gray Stripes with Green Mouth
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Family: Merulinidae
Lighting: Low to Moderate
Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Trace Elements
Waterflow: Low to Moderate
Placement: Bottom to Middle
Optimal Parameters:
- Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
- Calcium (Ca): 400-450 ppm
- Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
- Nitrate (NO3): 1-10 ppm
- Phosphate (PO4): 0.01-0.05 ppm
Overview
Introducing Addam's Family, a truly captivating coral that adds a touch of mystery and elegance to your reef tank. Featuring striking gray stripes with a vibrant green mouth, this unique Acanthastrea coral offers a bold contrast of colors that will stand out in any aquascape. Its distinctive pattern and color combination evoke the charm of its namesake, making it a perfect addition for those seeking a showstopper piece.
Native to the Indo-Pacific, Addam's Family thrives in low-light areas with gentle water flow, naturally forming encrusting or mound-like shapes. Its peaceful nature ensures it will coexist harmoniously with other non-aggressive corals, though it requires ample space to grow and develop freely.
Relying on photosynthesis through its symbiotic zooxanthellae, Addam's Family also benefits from occasional target feedings of meaty foods, such as enriched brine shrimp or micro-plankton. These additional feedings help support its growth and maintain its striking color and texture.
To ensure the best health and vibrancy, keep stable water parameters with adequate calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity levels. Low nitrate and phosphate levels are essential to avoid algae growth and allow the coral's distinctive features to shine.
Aquacultured and mounted on a ceramic plug, Addam's Family is easy to place and care for, making it ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists. Approximate purchase size: 2 to 5 mouths.