What lighting does Lobophyllia hemprichii need?

Lobophyllia hemprichii (Lobo Brain) requires Moderate-High lighting for optimal growth and coloration.

What water flow does Lobophyllia hemprichii need?

Lobophyllia hemprichii (Lobo Brain) thrives with Moderate water flow.

Where should I place Lobophyllia hemprichii in my reef tank?

Lobophyllia hemprichii (Lobo Brain) does best in the all of the aquarium.

Is Lobophyllia hemprichii aggressive?

Lobophyllia hemprichii (Lobo Brain) has a semi-aggressive temperament.

How hard is Lobophyllia hemprichii to keep?

Lobophyllia hemprichii (Lobo Brain) is considered easy difficulty. Great for beginners.

What family does Lobophyllia hemprichii belong to?

Lobophyllia hemprichii belongs to the family Lobophylliidae. This classification is verified by WoRMS (World Register of Marine Species), AphiaID 207392.

LPS

Lobophyllia hemprichii

Lobo Brain

Multi-lobed brain coral. Inflates dramatically at night — give extra clearance.

Genus Lobophyllia

Family Lobophylliidae

WoRMS AphiaID: 207392

Feeding Photo + Target Feed

Fragging Saw

Easy Care

Care Parameters

Lighting

Moderate-High

Flow

Moderate

Placement

all

Temperament

semi-aggressive

Temperature

75-80°F / 24-27°C

Alkalinity

8-12 dKH

Calcium

400-450 ppm

Primary source: LiveAquaria 3 observations across 2 sources

Care Data by Source

Source	Light	Flow	Placement	Temperament	Care	Samples
LiveAquaria PRIMARY	Moderate-High	Moderate	all	semi-aggressive	easy	2
AllCorals Ref	Moderate	Low-Moderate	bottom-mid	aggressive	moderate	1

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Cards in Collection

5 cards for Lobophyllia hemprichii