Description
Montipora Capricornis – Montipora capricornis
Montipora capricornis, commonly known as the Cap Montipora or Cap Coral, is a popular plating SPS coral recognized for its elegant, whorled growth pattern and vivid coloration. Native to the Indo-Pacific, this coral adds architectural beauty to reef aquariums and is well-loved for its fast growth and visual impact.
- Lighting: Moderate to high (150–300 PAR)
- Flow: Moderate to strong
- Placement: Middle to top of the tank for best shape and coloration
- Temperature: 76–82°F (24–28°C)
- Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
- pH: 8.1–8.4
- Alkalinity: 8–12 dKH
- Calcium: 400–450 ppm
- Magnesium: 1200–1400 ppm
- Feeding: Primarily photosynthetic; benefits from occasional feedings of planktonic foods
- Aggression: Low
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Care Level: Moderate
- Compatibility: Peaceful and well-suited for SPS-dominant systems
