Nuclear Leptoseris – Multiples Available
Price range: $5.00 through $15.00
Multiples available: contact us for price and availability.
- Packed to order with heat or cold packs for the season
- Eating and settled in our systems before it ships
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About this coral
About this coral
Nuclear Leptoseris – Multiples Available is an LPS (large polyp stony) reef coral from the Leptoseris group, offered as multiple frags so you can choose the piece that best fits your layout. In practice, this coral is valued for its fleshy polyps and textured look, and it can help add depth and contrast in a mixed reef display. Because “Nuclear” typically refers to a named seller strain, the exact appearance can vary between frags, but the overall coral group and husbandry approach are the same.
Features:
- LPS coral form with a fleshy, textured presentation that stands out in reef aquascapes
- Polyp extension is an important visual cue—provide suitable light and stable conditions to support display-ready behavior
- Leptoseris generally prefers moderate lighting rather than intense direct blasting
- Low to moderate, indirect flow helps keep tissues clear without stressing the coral
- Best used with proper spacing from neighboring corals to reduce the risk of irritations from contact/sweeping
- Hand-selected frags mean you’ll receive similar livestock from the shop’s current stock, with individual shape and pattern variation expected
- Works well as a focal piece or contrast element in LPS-focused tanks
Specifications:
- Scientific group: Leptoseris (LPS coral group); “Nuclear” is a named strain
- Category: LPS corals
- Care level (general): Moderate (typical for many Leptoseris/LPS)
- Lighting (general guidance): Moderate reef lighting; acclimate gradually when increasing intensity
- Water flow (general guidance): Low to moderate, indirect flow; avoid strong direct currents
- Reef water stability: Stable calcium/alkalinity/magnesium and consistent salinity support long-term health
- Temperature (typical reef range): About 74–78°F
- Salinity (typical reef range): About 1.023–1.026 SG




