BigR Holy Grail Micromussa (Micromussa lordhowensis)
Quick Stats
- Care Level: Moderate
- Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
- Colour Form: Bright Yellow, Orange, and Red with Unique Patterns
- 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: Lower to Middle
Overview
The BigR Holy Grail Micromussa is a truly stunning coral known for its bright yellow, orange, and red hues, which are beautifully interwoven into intricate, eye-catching patterns. This Micromussa lordhowensis is a rare and highly sought-after specimen, known for its radiant colours and striking appearance. It brings a dramatic pop of colour to your reef tank, with a rich texture that makes it a standout in any collection.
Care & Feeding
Preferring low to moderate lighting and a gentle water flow, the BigR Holy Grail Micromussa thrives in an environment where it can fully expand its polyps. While photosynthetic, it benefits greatly from target feeding with meaty foods such as mysis shrimp or coral pellets, which help to enhance its colouration and promote healthy growth.
Stable alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium levels are essential to maintaining the coral's vibrant colours and robust health.
Optimal Parameters
- Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
- Calcium (Ca): 380-450 ppm
- Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
- Nitrate (NO3): 5-15 ppm
- Phosphate (PO4): 0.03-0.08 ppm
Placement
Place the BigR Holy Grail Micromussa in the lower to middle sections of your reef, where it can receive moderate lighting and gentle water movement. This positioning allows it to fully extend and showcase its brilliant colours and intricate patterns.
The BigR Holy Grail Micromussa is a prized specimen, perfect for collectors looking to add a rare and truly spectacular coral to their aquarium.