{"product_id":"ora-micronesian-lobophyllia-brain-coral-aquacultured","title":"ORA Micronesian Lobophyllia Brain Coral – Aquacultured","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd remarkable texture, movement, and natural beauty to your reef with the ORA Micronesian Lobophyllia Brain Coral. This aquacultured LPS coral develops thick, fleshy folds and tightly packed polyps that form its distinctive brain-like appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the day, its inflated tissue creates a richly textured centerpiece. After the aquarium lights dim, the coral takes on a completely different appearance as its feeding polyps expand and bring new nighttime activity to the reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic brain-like growth pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThick, fleshy folds and tightly packed polyps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful daytime texture and nighttime polyp activity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquacultured through ORA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent centerpiece for LPS and mixed reef aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate purchase size: 1–2 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLobophyllia\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Micronesian Lobophyllia Brain Coral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e LPS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to middle areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fleshy, brain-like ridges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaculture:\u003c\/strong\u003e ORA aquacultured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlacement and Water Flow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the Micronesian Lobophyllia in the lower-to-middle portion of the aquarium. It may be positioned on the sand bed or securely placed on lower rockwork where its fleshy tissue will not rub against sharp surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low-to-moderate, indirect water movement. The flow should be sufficient to prevent debris from settling on the coral without forcefully pushing or retracting its tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLighting and Acclimation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium reef lighting is recommended. Begin the coral under lower intensity and gradually acclimate it to its final lighting conditions to reduce the possibility of stress or bleaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts appearance and coloration may vary under different lighting spectrums. Blue and actinic lighting can bring out fluorescent colors that may be less visible under daylight settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Micronesian Lobophyllia obtains much of its energy through photosynthesis, but it may benefit from occasional supplemental feeding. Small pieces of meaty marine food or appropriately sized coral food may be offered when its feeding polyps are extended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid overfeeding and remove any uneaten food when practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility and Spacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLobophyllia corals can damage neighboring corals through direct contact and the release of digestive filaments. Leave several inches of open space around the specimen and account for its tissue expansion when selecting its placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Live Coral Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photograph represents the species, coloration, and typical growth pattern. Every coral is a unique living specimen, so its exact size, shape, coloration, and tissue pattern may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Animal Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coral ships using our \u003cstrong\u003e$39.99 Overnight Live Animal Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e profile. Qualifying live animal orders totaling \u003cstrong\u003e$300 or more ship free\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive animal shipping charges do not combine with standard merchandise or other shipping profiles. 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