Brain Coral - Lobophyllia Sponges Temperature swings are not tolerated

Temperature swings are not tolerated and may lead to bleaching

Its body is a deep rusty orange decorated with navy blue spots and fiery orange fins

or Red Tooth triggerfish

The meandering folds of this captivating brain coral lead the eye in a pleasing journey

It grows up to 22 inches and requires an aquarium of at least 200 gallons

Brain Coral - Lobophyllia Sponges Temperature swings are not toleratedThis coral receives most of its energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within its tissues. It will benefit from occasional feedings of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, chopped krill, pellets, etc. Some corals may also respond to phytoplankton. Its transparent feeding tentacles extend mainly at night, although it can learn to feed during daylight hours. Open brain corals are able to expand their tissues to a