{"title":"Alveopora","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"soft-coral-020-copy","title":"Alveopora (light color )","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"443\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"13\"\u003eAlveopora\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"15\" data-end=\"31\"\u003eAlveopora spp.\u003c\/em\u003e) are large polyp stony (LPS) corals, making them a popular choice among reef aquarium enthusiasts. Found in the Indo-Pacific region, including the Great Barrier Reef, these corals are known for their unique flower-like appearance and vibrant colors, adding a dynamic aesthetic to marine tanks. Their resilience and adaptability make them suitable for hobbyists seeking to enhance their aquarium's visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"457\"\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"491\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"491\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"482\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"525\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"525\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"508\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to High\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eREQUIREMENTS AND CARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"680\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for beginners due to their hardiness and minimal maintenance requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eLighting Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alveopora corals thrive under moderate to high lighting conditions, typically between 100-150 PAR. While adaptable, providing sufficient light helps maintain their vibrant colors. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eWater Flow Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefer moderate water flow, which aids in nutrient absorption and waste removal. However, avoid strong currents that may damage the fleshy polyps.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reef2reef.com\/threads\/coral-spotlight-alveopora.500213\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ml-1 inline-flex h-[22px] items-center rounded-xl bg-[#f4f4f4] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium text-token-text-secondary dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary !text-token-text-secondary uppercase hover:bg-token-text-primary hover:!text-token-main-surface-secondary dark:hover:bg-token-text-primary group\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"truncate\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eCompatibility with Tank Inhabitants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful but can exhibit semi-aggressive behavior. Ensure adequate spacing to prevent potential overgrowth or territorial disputes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eGrowth Rate and Space Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate growth rate; monitor expansion and provide sufficient space to accommodate their size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eFeeding Habits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily photosynthetic; benefit from supplemental feedings of small meaty foods like baby brine shrimp to promote optimal health and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reproduce asexually through budding. Hobbyists can propagate them by carefully cutting a portion of the coral and securing it to a substrate, ensuring proper care to minimize stress and prevent infection during the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Inverts Bay","offers":[{"title":"Frag - 1 inch","offer_id":43096550080651,"sku":"4309655008","price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/8578\/9835\/files\/soft-coral-021.jpg?v=1783020091"},{"product_id":"lps-054","title":"Alveopora (blue center green tentacles)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"358\" data-start=\"40\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"53\" data-start=\"40\"\u003eAlveopora\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genus of Large Polyp Stony (LPS) corals known for their delicate, flower-like polyps and vibrant colors. These corals are often compared to their close relatives, Goniopora, but are generally considered more resilient and slightly easier to care for, making them suitable for intermediate aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"372\" data-start=\"360\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"372\" data-start=\"360\"\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"472\" data-start=\"374\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"410\" data-start=\"374\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"410\" data-start=\"376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"397\" data-start=\"376\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"450\" data-start=\"412\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"450\" data-start=\"414\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"427\" data-start=\"414\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate (100-150 PAR)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"472\" data-start=\"452\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"472\" data-start=\"454\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"463\" data-start=\"454\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"499\" data-start=\"474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"499\" data-start=\"474\"\u003eREQUIREMENTS AND CARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2404\" data-start=\"501\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"864\" data-start=\"501\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"864\" data-start=\"503\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"529\" data-start=\"503\"\u003eLighting Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alveopora corals thrive under moderate lighting conditions, with recommended levels between 100-150 PAR. High-intensity lighting is not advisable, as it may cause stress to the coral. Monitoring the coral's response and adjusting its placement within the aquarium can help achieve optimal health. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1158\" data-start=\"866\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1158\" data-start=\"868\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"889\" data-start=\"868\"\u003eWater Flow Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate water movement is ideal for Alveopora corals, allowing their polyps to sway gently without being subjected to strong currents that could cause tissue damage. Ensuring indirect flow helps maintain their delicate structure. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1481\" data-start=\"1160\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1481\" data-start=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1184\" data-start=\"1162\"\u003ePlacement in Tank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Position Alveopora corals in areas with moderate light and flow, such as the middle regions of the aquarium. Providing sufficient space around the coral is essential, as their polyps can expand significantly and may come into contact with neighboring corals. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1811\" data-start=\"1483\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1811\" data-start=\"1485\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1504\" data-start=\"1485\"\u003eFeeding Habits:\u003c\/strong\u003e While Alveopora corals rely heavily on their symbiotic zooxanthellae for nutrition, they can benefit from supplemental feeding. Offering phytoplankton can enhance their health, as it supports the growth of rotifers, which in turn serve as a food source for the corals. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2041\" data-start=\"1813\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2041\" data-start=\"1815\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1834\" data-start=\"1815\"\u003eAggressiveness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alveopora corals are generally peaceful but can extend their polyps considerably, potentially overshadowing or contacting nearby corals. Providing adequate spacing helps prevent any unintended interactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2404\" data-start=\"2043\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2404\" data-start=\"2045\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2066\" data-start=\"2045\"\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintaining stable water conditions is crucial for the well-being of Alveopora corals. Ideal parameters include a temperature range of 75-80°F (24-27°C), pH between 8.1-8.4, and salinity around 1.025 specific gravity. Regular monitoring and adjustments ensure a healthy environment for these corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Inverts Bay","offers":[{"title":"Frag - 1 inch","offer_id":43096957255819,"sku":"4309695725","price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/8578\/9835\/files\/LPS-054.jpg?v=1783020061"}],"url":"https:\/\/ca9ea5-6d.myshopify.com\/collections\/alveopora.oembed","provider":"Inverts Bay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}