Aussie Blue Duncan

About this coral

Aussie Blue Duncan Multiples Available is a named Duncan coral offering for reef aquariums. Duncan corals are large-polyp stony corals with fleshy polyps on a hard skeleton; the shop name identifies the coral group but does not establish specific color, origin, or a particular scientific species for each piece. As a photosynthetic coral, it can contribute a prominent polyp display to a reef, and its polyps may also capture suitable meaty foods. The care values below are general guidance for Duncan corals, not verified requirements for a particular color morph or individual specimen.

Features:

• Large, fleshy polyps provide the characteristic Duncan coral appearance; the exact appearance of available pieces is not specified.
• A photosynthetic LPS coral suited to a marine reef aquarium with stable conditions.
• Generally does best with moderate lighting and gentle to moderate water movement; acclimate gradually to the aquarium’s light.
• May accept small meaty aquarium foods, though feeding is supplementary and individual response can vary.
• Allow room around the coral because LPS corals can extend feeding or sweeper tentacles and may sting nearby corals.

Specifications:

• Coral group: Duncan coral; LPS (large-polyp stony coral).
• Care level: Generally considered beginner to intermediate; stable water quality and appropriate placement are important.
• Lighting: Moderate lighting is a useful general target; adjust placement gradually based on the coral’s response.
• Water flow: Gentle to moderate, indirect flow; avoid a strong direct current that keeps polyps from extending.
• Placement: Choose a stable position with room around the coral, commonly on the lower to middle portion of the reef depending on light and flow.
• Diet: Photosynthetic; may also accept small meaty foods. Target feeding is optional, and avoid oversized food.
• General reef parameters: Temperature 76–80°F; specific tolerance varies, so prioritize stability.
• Water chemistry: Typical reef guidance: salinity 1. custa 1.025–1.026 specific gravity, pH 8.1–8.4, alkalinity 8–12 dKH, calcium 400–450 ppm, and magnesium 1,250–1,350 ppm. These are general ranges, not morph-specific limits.