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Red Montipora

Name: Red Montipora
Brand: Coral Stop
Price: 19.99 USD
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Care Requirements

Care Level

Easy

Lighting

Moderate to High

Water Flow

Low to High

Placement

Middle to Upper Levels

Temperament

Peaceful

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The Red Montipora Cap Coral is a beautiful, aquacultured SPS coral featuring vibrant red to orange-red coloration and a distinctive plating growth pattern. Known for its relatively fast growth and ability to form stunning layered, swirling plates as it matures, this Montipora is an excellent choice for adding bold color and unique structure to any reef aquarium. Each frag will be mounted on an approximately 3/4" frag plug.

Montipora Coral (Montipora spp.)

Lighting Requirements: Moderate to High

Water Flow: Low to High

Care Level: Easy

Placement: Middle to Upper Levels

Temperament: Peaceful

Montipora Corals are highly prized for their stunning range of colors and versatile growth forms, which can be encrusting or plating. These fast-growing corals can develop into colorful, dense mats or intricate plates that add depth and movement to your reef tank. Available in vibrant hues such as green, blue, red, orange, and purple, Montipora quickly becomes a standout feature in any aquarium, making it a favorite among reef enthusiasts.

Montipora prefers moderate to high lighting to bring out its full color potential. It can thrive in low to high water flow, allowing you to tailor its placement based on the specific dynamics of your aquarium. While it benefits from photosynthesis through its symbiotic zooxanthellae, occasional feedings of small plankton or coral foods can promote even faster growth and enhance its coloration.

Though peaceful, Montipora is sensitive to water quality and high nutrient levels, so stable water parameters are key to its health. Be sure to provide it with enough space to grow and avoid placement near aggressive species that could harm it.