Species: Montipora sp.
Coral Type: SPS Coral (Small Polyp Stony)
Physical Description: Love Shack Montipora is a striking encrusting SPS coral known for its vibrant coloration and intricate polyp patterning. It typically features a rich base tone ranging from deep pink to reddish-magenta, overlaid with contrasting polyps that may display lighter pink, orange, or subtle golden hues depending on lighting conditions. As the colony grows, it forms a smooth, encrusting sheet that spreads across rockwork and occasionally develops plating edges, creating layered textures of intense color. Under actinic and blue-spectrum lighting, the coral fluoresces strongly, producing a glowing, saturated appearance that highlights its warm-toned palette and fine skeletal detail.
Coral Type: SPS (Small Polyp Stony)
Lighting: High (approximately 200–350 PAR)
Flow Rate: Moderate to High with strong, chaotic turbulent flow to support healthy growth and polyp extension
Food Requirements: Primarily photosynthetic but benefits from regular dosing of amino acids, trace elements, and fine SPS coral foods.
Aggression: Low; non-aggressive but requires space due to its encrusting growth pattern.
Substrate: Best placed on stable live rock in high-light, high-flow zones where it can safely encrust and expand.
We maintain a rigorous, veterinarian-approved quarantine program that includes proactive treatments, careful observation, and daily monitoring to ensure the highest standards of coral and invertebrate health. Our biosecurity practices reduce the risk of any cross-contamination between systems, meaning all our livestock are ready for your display tanks.
