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  Jade and Agate Acropora sarmentosa - SPS Coral
  Family/Genus/Species:
Acroporidae/Acropora/sarmentosa
Origin:
Indo/West Pacific Ocean
  Feeding:
Phytoplankton, Rotifers, Baby Artemia, Marine Algae
Lighting:
Extremely High, Metal Halide required
  Water Flow:
Medium High to High
Ease of Care:
Difficult. Not for beginners.
  Special Requirements and Information:
This photo shows in some detail polyp extension that was stimulated by addition of coral calcium into the water column. If you want to raise a sarmentosa you need to have a metal halide light source. Begin away from the light until it's acclimated and then move it to where they can gather the most light available.
Feed anytime during the day. Once they're accustomed to your tank, they can be introduced to frozen foods such as chopped blood worms, artemia or squid. Steady and regular feeding of zooplankton will maintain great polyp health which, of course, will be a major benefit the coral. Supplement with strontium, calcium and magnesium.
Can be aggressive towards their neighbors, so give them sufficient room. If properly cared for the arms increase in number and will extend toward the light
 


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