Acanthastrea (Acanthastrea subechinata)

Coral in the family Acanthasteridae.

Acanthastrea

Quick facts

Scientific nameAcanthastrea subechinata
FamilyAcanthasteridae
Minimum tank size30 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 75-79°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.026

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific region, including Great Barrier Reef and broader tropical reef systems from the Red Sea eastward to the Pacific.

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