Common Name: Sinularia Leather Coral
Scientific Name: Sinularia sp.
A leather coral for any experience level.
It has a gentle to rapid wave based on the flow it is in and the way that its flexible tissue moves.
Region found: Indo-Pacific
Care Requirements:
Flow- high
Lighting- medium
Food/Nutrients- Mainly photo feeder, but can benefit from the addition of CALA-fin Calanus Powder and baby brine shrimp.
Unique characteristics-
It can from in a variety or colors. The most common in the aquarium trade are brown and green. The production in aquaculture and sustainable harvesting keep wild populations from reducing.
Sinularia will make a waxy film that it sheds periodically that allow the reduction of algae growth to form on its polyps. It can remain in this state for days or weeks.
This coral can reduce its size to keep from being injured in moves or when being picked on by other fsh or corals in the tank.
Prefered conditions-
pH- 8.2- 8.4
Temperature- 72-78 F
Salinity 1.024-1.026
dKH 8-128
Recommended Items:
These are a few items that can help you succeed with this and many more corals that are available in store. Talk to a sales staff member about your tank and the specific needs of your reef.
AL581 Magnesium
AL582 Calcium
AL583 Alkalinity
AL813 Amino Glow