🐊💚 Crocodile Aussie Lobophyllia – Size S
Lobophyllia sp. – Textured Green & Brown Morph
🔹 Quick Stats
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive (extend sweeper tentacles at night)
Colour Form: A captivating Australian Lobophyllia featuring rugged, “crocodile-skin” textures with shifting shades of green, brown, and golden tones. Its intricate surface pattern and vibrant pigmentation create a raw, natural aesthetic that stands out under both white and actinic light.
Water Conditions: 24–27 °C, dKH 8–11, pH 8.0–8.4, sg 1.024–1.026
Family: Lobophylliidae
Lighting: Moderate
Water Flow: Gentle to moderate, indirect
Placement: Sandbed or lower reef zones
🧬 Overview
The Crocodile Aussie Lobophyllia is a unique coral with distinctive raised ridges and earthy fluorescent tones reminiscent of reptilian armour. This coral’s compact, sculpted form makes it an eye-catching addition for collectors seeking texture and colour depth in smaller spaces.
Each coral is hand-selected from premium Australian suppliers for its healthy tissue and strong fluorescence.
➡️ The coral you receive will be similar to the one shown in the photo.
🍽️ Care & Feeding
Photosynthetic but benefits from target feeding 1–2 times per week with mysis, reef roids, or chopped seafood to enhance tissue growth and colour contrast.
Maintain trace element balance (iron, iodine, potassium) to support vibrancy and skeletal health.
📈 Optimal Parameters
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Alkalinity (dKH) | 8–11 |
| Calcium (Ca) | 420–460 ppm |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 1250–1350 ppm |
| Nitrate (NO₃) | 2–10 ppm |
| Phosphate (PO₄) | 0.02–0.08 ppm |
📍 Placement
Place on flat sandbed areas or low rock shelves with gentle indirect flow to prevent tissue damage and allow full polyp expansion. Keep adequate space from nearby corals due to its mild aggression.
🐊💚 Crocodile Aussie Lobophyllia – Size S
Natural texture meets vibrant colour — each piece is a miniature masterpiece of Australia’s wild reefs.
➡️ The coral you receive will be similar to the one shown in the photo.