Description
Frogspawn Coral is a stunning LPS coral known for its long, flowing tentacles with multiple branching tips resembling “octopus arms.” It typically displays vibrant green coloration with contrasting tips, creating a beautiful swaying motion in the aquarium. A popular centerpiece coral, it adds movement, color, and depth to reef tanks.
Native:
Indo-Pacific region including Indonesia and surrounding coral reef systems.
Lighting: Moderate reef lighting.
Placement: Mid to lower areas of the aquarium with moderate water flow. Ensure adequate spacing from other corals due to its stinging sweeper tentacles.
Temperature: 24–27°C (75–81°F)
Salinity: 1.023–1.025 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Alkalinity: 8–12 dKH
Diet: Photosynthetic but benefits from occasional feeding of mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, or coral foods.
Adult Size: Can grow into large branching colonies over time.
Care Level: Moderate
Compatibility: Semi-aggressive. Reef-safe but can sting nearby corals. Compatible with most reef fish. Provide space between other corals.
