Aussie Superman Lobo

About this coral

Aussie Superman Lobo is an LPS “lobo” (lobed brain coral) you can add to a reef aquarium for a bold, fleshy look. In practice, these lobos use light for energy and can also benefit from occasional particulate foods, making them a satisfying coral for hobbyists who want an LPS that is more than just “leave it and forget it.” Use this coral as a centerpiece on the sand or lower rock where it can settle in and where its tissue won’t be irritated by strong flow or by contact with other corals.

Features:

• LPS lobo style with fleshy, brain-like polyps and a colorful, showpiece appearance (group-level description).
• Water-flow needs should be gentle to moderate so the coral can keep its polyps extended rather than being stripped back (group-level guidance).
• Benefits from stable reef chemistry, since many lobos are sensitive to swings (group-level guidance).
• Can respond well to appropriate light levels that support photosynthesis without blasting the tissue (group-level guidance).
• May appreciate occasional feeding with zooplankton/zooplankton-size foods, especially in the evening when feeding tentacles are more noticeable (group-level guidance).
• Best placed away from direct contact with other corals and tank decorations to reduce tissue damage (group-level guidance).

Specifications:

• Care level (general guidance): Intermediate (because of soft tissue)
• Light (general guidance): Low-to-moderate; ~80–120 PAR
• Water flow (general guidance): Low-to-moderate; avoid high, direct flow (often described as ~20–40x turnover)
• Temperature (general guidance): 73–84°F (22–29°C)
• pH (general guidance): ~8.1–8.4
• Salinity / Specific gravity (general guidance): ~1.024–1.026 SG (≈35 g/L)
• Alkalinity (general guidance): ~8–12 dKH
• Calcium (general guidance): ~400+ ppm
• Magnesium (general guidance): ~1,300 ppm (≈1272 ppm noted)
• Diet (general guidance): Phytoplankton/zooplankton-type foods; zooplankton-sized powders; frozen options such as mysis/brine shrimp (as appropriate).