Blastomussa Coral: Types, Care, Diet, Mates and Fragging
2023年7月19日 · The Blastomussa coral is known by its scientific name as Blastomussa spp, and other common names include Blastos, Big Polyp Coral, and Pineapple Coral. Part of the Mussidae family, this species can be found in the Indo-Pacific, specifically Australia.
Blastomussa Coral Care: Blastomussa spp. - Saltwater Aquarium …
The blastomussa coral (Blastomussa spp.) group produces as much confusion as it does popularity. The impressive polyps these large polyp stony (LPS) corals extend into the water disguise the underlying calcium skeleton.
Blastomussa - Wikipedia
Blastomussa is a genus of large polyp stony corals belonging to the family Plerogyridae. [1] Members of this genus are sometimes found in reef aquariums.
Blastomussa Corals for Sale - Tidal Gardens
Blastomussa (Blastos for short) are a great addition for coral reef enthusiasts looking to add a low light large polyp stony coral (LPS) to their reef tank. The first time I saw them, I thought they looked like a corallimorph mushroom but they had a skeleton.
Coral Care Guide How-To | Blastomussa Care - Reef Chasers
2021年4月13日 · The Blastomussa coral is a large polyp stony (LPS) coral. It is often referred to as a "pineapple coral." A striking coral to behold, Blastomussa corals appear in shades of red and green, but can appear mottled with other colors as well. There are 2 types of Blastomussa corals, the Blastomussa merletti and the Blastomussa wellsi.
Blasto Coral (Blastomussa sp.): Ultimate Care Guide
2023年11月24日 · Blasto Coral, or Blastomussa Coral, are a great coral choice for beginners and intermediate hobbyists looking to move up from soft coral varieties. Although a large polyp stony coral, they are easier to care for than other species of LPS corals. Blasto Coral can tolerate some swings of tank water parameters.
Blastomussa Coral: Care, Appearance & Types, Fragging & More
Blastomussa Corals, also known as “Blastos” are unique and eye-catching LPS (large polyp stony) corals that have caught the attention of both scientists and hobbyists since their discovery.
Comprehensive Guide to Caring for Blastomussa Corals
2024年5月29日 · Blastomussa corals are a vibrant and hardy choice for reef aquariums, perfect for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike. This guide covers essential care tips, ideal tank conditions, and troubleshooting common issues to help you maintain healthy and beautiful Blastomussa corals.
Blastomussa Coral Care Guide - Salt Water Coral Tank
2020年12月29日 · A blastomussa coral is a great LPS coral for any saltwater reef tank. They are easy to care for, and their texture add pop to your tank.
Coral Spotlight | Blastomussa | Reef2Reef
2018年11月11日 · Blastomussa corals, commonly known as "Blastos" in the reefkeeping community, are a genus of stony corals belonging to the family Merulinidae. They are native to the Indo-Pacific region and are renowned for their striking appearance and relative ease of care.
Section: Corals - Stony: Group: Family Mussidae - Acans, Blastomussa …
Species: Blastomussa wellsi (Pineapple Coral, Open Brain Coral, Moon Coral, Blastomussa) Likely Reef Tank Suitable. Likely Fish-Only Tank Suitable. Range: Indo-West Pacific Ocean: Red Sea to the South China Sea and Southern Japan, and south to Australia. Natural Environment: Inhabits lower reef slopes and usually seen in turbid waters.
Blasto Coral Care: Growth-Focused Diet, Placement & Propagation
2023年8月3日 · Blastomussa are large polyp stony (LPS) corals. LPS are the reef builders of the world, with large fleshy polyps that secrete calcium carbonate “skeletons” from their base to form incredible structures. Blastomussa coral grows in dome-shaped clusters formed by …
Blastomussa Coral - FishLore
The Blastomussa coral is a Large Polyp Stony (LPS) coral has fleshy like corallites that extend from a calcareous skeleton. Mantles can be various shades of gray, pink, red and green. The Blastomussa coral is considered a good starter coral for new reef tank keepers given that it is relatively an undemanding coral.
Blastomussa (Blasto) Coral Care: Beginners Guide
2020年1月8日 · Blastomussa wellsi commonly referred to as Blasto Coral is a type of a large polyp stony (LPS) coral, native to Indo Pacific Ocean, including Solomon Islands, Fiji, and the Great Barrier Reef. It inhabits lower reef slopes and turbid environments.
Blastomussa Coral: The Ultimate Care Guide - Lionfish Lair
Blastomussa Coral is one of the most popular corals in the hobby today, and is fantastic for beginners, despite being an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral. They sport large fleshy polyps that tend to do best with moderate tank lighting and low water flow.
Big Polyp Blastomussa Coral: LPS (Large Polyp Stony) Corals - LiveAquaria
It is a large polyp stony (LPS) coral and has many round swollen discs, that when open, resemble a mushroom anemone. It is blue, brown, red, green, or a combination of all of these colors. The Big Polyp Blastomussa Coral does well in an established reef aquarium being a …
How to care for Blastomussa in a Reef Tank - Extreme Corals
2023年2月27日 · Blastomussa are a beautiful and colorful coral species that can add vibrant and striking colors to your reef tank. They are relatively easy to care for, making them a great choice for both experienced and novice hobbyists.
Blastomussa vivida - Corals of the World
Colour: Very colourful: red, purple and green are the most common colours, with corallites and walls usually of contrasting colours. Similar Species: Blastomussa wellsi which has smaller corallites and fewer septa. See also Parasimplastrea omanensis which is cerioid and has extensive ‘groove and tubercle’ formations.
Blastomussa merleti - Wikipedia
Blastomussa merleti, commonly known as pineapple coral, is a species of large polyp stony coral. It is unclear in which family the genus Blastomussa belongs. [2] This coral is native to the west and central Indo-Pacific region and is sometimes used in reef aquaria.