Aussie Pink Symphyllia

About this coral

Aussie Pink Symphyllia is a fleshy LPS coral sold under the “symphyllia” name, commonly kept for its broad, meaty polyp structure and the way it responds to consistent reef-style husbandry. In practice, this coral is a good choice for reef aquarists who can provide stable water chemistry and regular target feeding, while keeping light and flow in a gentle, LPS-appropriate range.

Features:

• LPS symphyllia-type coral with fleshy, colorful tissue that benefits from stable conditions
• Works best with low-to-moderate light and gentle to moderate, indirect water movement (enough to clear debris without blasting)
• Strong-feeding behavior is typical of this group—target feeding with meaty foods can support better coloration and overall condition
• Provide placement where it won’t be irritated by neighboring corals and flow won’t constantly sheet over the tissue
• Let the coral acclimate to your tank steadily; avoid frequent repositioning and large, sudden parameter swings

Specifications:

• Care level: Moderate (stable parameters and regular target feeding help)
• Light: Low to moderate light guidance (example PAR range: ~50–120)
• Water flow: Gentle to moderate, indirect flow
• Feeding (diet): Target-feed small meaty/frozen coral foods (e.g., mysis or similar meaty items when the feeding tentacles are out)
• Temperature: About 24–26 °C
• Salinity: About 34–35 PSU
• pH: About 8.2–8.6 (acceptable range often broader)
• Alkalinity: About 7–9 dKH
• Calcium: About 410–450 mg/L
• Magnesium: About 1,250–1,400 mg/L