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Description
The bounce mushroom coral, a popular variety of Rhodactis mushroom, is a fantastic addition to both beginner and expert reef aquariums, admired for its vibrant colors and unique bubble-like vesicles.
Appearance
These soft corals come in a striking array of colors including neon green, orange, purple, and various other combinations. The defining characteristic is the presence of bubbly vesicles that protrude from the mushroom’s tissue, creating a unique and captivating texture.
Care requirements
- Care Level:Â Easy.
- Lighting:Â Low to moderate lighting is generally preferred, around 75-150 PAR, though they can adapt to a wider range.
- Flow:Â Low to moderate water flow is ideal to prevent detachment and allow gentle swaying.
- Water Parameters:Â Stable water parameters are crucial for their health and growth. Recommended parameters include:
- Temperature: 75-80°F.
- pH: 8.1-8.4.
- Salinity: 1.025-1.026.
- Alkalinity: 8-9.5 dKH.
- Calcium: 400-450 ppm.
- Magnesium: 1300-1450 ppm.
- Nitrates: 10-25 ppm.
- Phosphates: 0.01-0.1 ppm.
- Placement:Â Can be placed on live rock or substrate, ensuring adequate space between them and other corals due to their potential for spreading.
- Feeding:Â While photosynthetic and benefiting from zooxanthellae, supplemental feeding of meaty foods or liquid foods like phytoplankton and zooplankton can enhance growth and coloration.
Growth and propagation
Bounce mushrooms are known for their relatively fast growth rate and ability to readily reproduce through asexual methods like splitting. They can also be propagated through fragging.
Compatibility
Generally peaceful and compatible with most reef tank inhabitants, caution should be exercised when placing them near aggressive or territorial corals, as their sweeper tentacles can sting neighboring corals.
In conclusion
Bounce mushroom corals are a rewarding and relatively easy-to-care-for coral that adds a burst of color and unique texture to a reef aquarium. Providing them with stable water parameters, appropriate lighting and flow, and sufficient space will allow them to flourish and bring vibrancy to your underwater landscape.
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