What lighting does Porites lobata need?

Porites lobata (Lobe Coral) requires High lighting for optimal growth and coloration.

What water flow does Porites lobata need?

Porites lobata (Lobe Coral) thrives with High water flow.

Where should I place Porites lobata in my reef tank?

Porites lobata (Lobe Coral) does best in the top of the aquarium.

Is Porites lobata aggressive?

Porites lobata (Lobe Coral) has a peaceful temperament.

How hard is Porites lobata to keep?

Porites lobata (Lobe Coral) is considered moderate difficulty.

What family does Porites lobata belong to?

Porites lobata belongs to the family Poritidae. This classification is verified by WoRMS (World Register of Marine Species), AphiaID 207225.

SPS

Porites lobata

Lobe Coral

Massive/encrusting porites. Major reef builder in the wild. Very hardy.

Genus Porites

Family Poritidae

WoRMS AphiaID: 207225

Feeding Photosynthetic

Fragging Saw

Moderate Care

Care Parameters

Lighting

High

Flow

High

Placement

top

Temperament

peaceful

Temperature

75-80°F / 24-27°C

Alkalinity

8-12 dKH

Calcium

400-450 ppm

Primary source: AllCorals Reference 1 observation across 1 source

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Porites lobata (Lobe Coral) is a SPS species in the family Poritidae. WoRMS AphiaID: 207225. Massive/encrusting porites. Major reef builder in the wild. Very hardy.

Porites lobata

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