Neon Frost Blasto

About this coral

Neon Frost Blasto is a Blastomussa coral, a large polyp stony (LPS) coral in the genus Blastomussa. Blastos are known for fleshy polyps and come in many colors. This listing does not confirm the exact species or the colors of this particular morph. The care below is general guidance for Blastomussa corals, not a care sheet written for this morph. Blastos are a good choice for the lower or middle areas of a reef aquarium where light is low to moderate. Hobbyists often find them easy to moderately easy to keep when water quality is stable and they get the right nutrition.

Features:

• Large polyp stony coral with fleshy polyps and a calcareous skeleton
• Generally suits beginners to intermediate reef keepers when water parameters are stable
• Does best under low to moderate light, since too much light can make the polyps shrink or lose color
• Prefers gentle, indirect flow that keeps detritus off the polyps, since strong flow can cause them to retract
• Should go on rockwork in the lower to middle part of the tank, not directly on the sand
• Feeding is optional for Blastomussa corals, but it can support their health
• Leave space around the coral because its tentacles can sting nearby corals

Specifications:

• Care level: Easy to moderate (general Blastomussa guidance)
• Lighting: Low to moderate
• Water flow: Low to moderate, indirect
• Placement: Bottom to middle, off the substrate
• Temperature: 75–80°F (24–27°C)
• Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
• pH: 7.8–8.4
• Alkalinity: 8–11 dKH
• Calcium: 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm