Aussie Fire And Ice Symphyllia

About this coral

Aussie Fire And Ice Symphyllia is an LPS coral in the Symphyllia group (often sold under named color morphs). In an aquarium, this type of coral is valued for its fleshy, sculpted polyps and is typically used as a centerpiece or focal LPS on the sandbed or lower rockwork, where its feeding response and natural texture can be appreciated. As with many Symphyllia selections, the shop name may reflect variety traits more than a distinct species, so the most reliable approach is to follow general Symphyllia/LPS guidance for lighting, flow, and feeding.

Features:

• Fleshy LPS coral form with visible individual polyps for display as a focal organism
• Benefits from stable, established reef-like water chemistry rather than frequent parameter swings
• Generally does best with moderate lighting and moderate water movement to support polyp expansion
• Can benefit from occasional feeding of appropriately sized meaty foods for LPS corals
• Often placed lower in the tank or on stable rock/sand where the polyps can extend comfortably
• Helps add diversity to a mixed reef LPS collection (growth and appearance vary by individual)

Specifications:

• Group: LPS coral (Symphyllia)
• Care level (general guidance): Moderate
• Lighting (general guidance): Moderate light
• Water flow (general guidance): Moderate, avoid blasting
• Placement (general guidance): Lower to mid-tank rock/sand where polyps can extend
• Diet (general guidance): Carnivorous/benefits from occasional target feeding with meaty foods for LPS
• Temperature (general guidance): About 72–78°F (22–26°C)
• Salinity (general guidance): Reef range, about 1.024–1.026 SG
• pH (general guidance): About 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity (general guidance): About 8–12 dKH
• Calcium (general guidance): About 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium (general guidance): About 1250–1350 ppm