Leprechaun Alveopora

About this coral

ASD Leprechaun Alveopora is a named Alveopora flowerpot coral, a small-polyped stony coral with soft, flower-like polyps. It can add movement and structure to a reef aquarium. The name identifies a seller’s variety; it does not establish a distinct species or document particular color traits. The care notes below are general guidance for Alveopora, not a variety-specific care sheet.

Features:

• Flower-like polyps extend and sway in suitable conditions, giving the coral a visibly different form from its hard skeleton.
• As a photosynthetic stony coral, it relies substantially on light, so stable, appropriate illumination is important.
• Gentle, indirect water movement can keep the polyps moving without subjecting them to a strong direct current.
• Allow room around the coral: extended tissue may contact nearby animals, and individual coral tolerance can vary.
• Supplemental feeding with very small meaty foods may be offered, but feeding response varies and food should not be forced onto the polyps.

Specifications:

• Coral group: Alveopora; LPS (large-polyped stony) coral
• Care level: Moderate; general Alveopora guidance. Stability and observation are important.
• Placement: A lower or middle position is a reasonable starting point; adjust to the coral’s response.
• Lighting: Moderate light is a general starting point; acclimate gradually when changing illumination.
• Water flow: Gentle to moderate, indirect flow; avoid a strong, direct jet.
• Diet: Photosynthetic; optional supplemental very small meaty foods may be offered.
• Temperament: Provide space from neighboring corals; contact may irritate tissue.