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Orange Sun Coral
(
Tubastrea faulkneri
)
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LPS (large polyped stonies)
Description
The common name of Orange "Sun" Coral is misleading, since this is a coral that should be placed in low to no lighting with a medium current. Also, this coral lacks zooxanthellae, the microorganisms, which turns sunlight into food for corals. This coral will benefit from the addition of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements weekly to the water.
Waterflow
low to moderate
Lighting
low to no lighting, these coral prefer cave-like environments.
Feeding
Due to the lack of zooxanthellae, this coral needs to be fed regularly, such as twice per day, however, it will depend upon the coral. When a coral is hungry or senses food, it will extend its' feeding tenticles.
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