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| Care Description | Leptastrea is a member of the Faviidae family and are an LPS coral despite their small polyp size. These corals grow in dome shapes and come in many different color morphs. Please see below for additional care tips for Leptastrea. |
| Water Flow | Moderate - Strong |
| Temperature | 22.2°C / 71.96°F - 25.6°C / 78.08°F |
| Specific Gravity | 1.023-1.026 |
| Carbonate Hardness | 8-12 |
| pH | 8.1-8.4 |
General Description
Leptastrea, a member of the Faviidae family, is considered an LPS coral despite its small polyps. These corals develop in dome shapes and display a wide variety of color morphs, with the Ice Blue variety featuring bright blue eyes and purple tentacles. Overall, Leptastrea is a hardy coral that can thrive in diverse water conditions.
Demands and Hardiness
Leptastrea requires moderate to high lighting, thriving under bright light while maintaining consistent coloration. It is adaptable to different lighting conditions, with varying color shades expected but not a complete color change. This coral species prefers moderate to strong water flow, typically found in areas with higher flow within the reef.
Lighting
Moderate to high lighting is recommended for Leptastrea. Although adaptable, this coral species tends to fare best under bright lighting, ensuring its optimal growth and health. However, the color palette of Leptastrea remains relatively stable regardless of the lighting intensity provided.
Water Flow
Leptastrea thrives in moderate to high water movement. The coral is commonly found in regions of the reef that experience strong water flow, indicating its preference for such conditions to support its growth and development.
Feeding
Leptastrea primarily relies on the products of its zooxanthellae for nutrition. Feeding on Phytoplankton and Zooplankton particles ranging from 20um to 1mm, this coral species can benefit from additional phytoplankton and small food particles to supplement its diet and support its overall health.
Propagation
Leptastrea can be successfully propagated through fragmentation. However, this process may result in a long recovery time for the coral to regain its optimal health and growth potential.
Localization & Habitat
Leptastrea is native to Australia, including regions like the Great Barrier Reef. In the wild, these corals can be found in various habitats within the reef, adapting to different environmental conditions to thrive and proliferate.