Red Aussie Lord

Quick Stats

• Care Level: Moderate
• Coral Type: LPS (Large Polyp Stony)
• Lighting Requirement: Low (75-150 PAR)
• Flow: Low/Moderate
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Placement: Rockwork
• Approximate Purchase Size: 1-2 Polyps

Overview

The Red Aussie Lord is a colorful Micromussa lordhowensis coral featuring bold red flesh with contrasting highlights that can include shades of blue, orange, and green under reef lighting. Each polyp is thick and fleshy with a defined mouth, creating a striking, textured look on the rockwork. It's a great choice for reefers looking to add saturated color to lower light areas of the tank. With stable water parameters and occasional feeding, the Red Aussie Lord will gradually produce new polyps and form an eye-catching colony.

Note: This is not a WYSIWYG listing. Photo is a representation of the shape, size, and color of the coral you will receive.

Water Parameters

This coral thrives in stable water conditions with regular water changes. Corals with a skeleton base, like this one, will consume calcium and alkalinity as they grow, often requiring additional supplementation. Routine water testing helps ensure these needs are consistently met.

• Specific Gravity (Salinity): 1.025-1.026
• Temperature: 75-78 Degrees F
• pH: 8.1-8.4
• Alkalinity: 8-9.5 dKH
• Calcium: 400-450ppm
• Magnesium: 1300-1450ppm
• Nitrate (NO3): 10-25ppm
• Phosphate: 0.01-0.1ppm
• Nitrite (NO2): Undetectable
• Ammonia (NH3): Undetectable

Lighting Requirements

This coral prefers low light areas of the aquarium, ideally in the 75-150 PAR range. While it can handle slightly higher light, it's best to acclimate it gradually to avoid stress. For those with mixed reef tanks, a PAR meter is invaluable for fine-tuning light levels across different corals, helping ensure each coral gets the right intensity for its needs. This careful setup supports the coral’s vibrant color and long-term health.

Ideal Tank Placement

Micromussa lord corals are usually placed lower in the tank, directly on the rockwork. 

Water Flow Requirements

Low to Moderate water flow is ideal. Make sure there is enough flow to gently move the polyps of the coral, but avoid excessive flow that could damage the tissue by pressing it against the skeleton.

Aggressiveness and Compatibility

While this coral isn't particularly aggressive, they will inevitably fight any corals they come into direct contact with.

Feeding and Nutrition

This coral primarily relies on photosynthesis for energy, but occasional feedings with coral foods such as Reef Chili and Amino Acids like CoralAmino can enhance its growth and coloration.

Growth Rate and Pattern

Micromussa lords are steady growers with a moderate growth rate. Over time, new polyps will form around the edges of the main frag or colony.

Acclimation Process

Acclimation is essential for corals to adjust to their new environment. For a full step-by-step process, refer to our Coral Acclimation Guide.