Ultra Micromussa Acan Lord & Holy Grail Colony
Ultra Micromussa Acan Lord & Holy Grail Colony
Ultra Micromussa Acan Lord & Holy Grail Colony (Micromussa lordhowensis)
The Ultra Micromussa Acan Lord & Holy Grail Colony is a premium LPS coral colony featuring a striking combination of Ultra Micromussa and highly sought-after Holy Grail coloration. Its large, fleshy polyps and vivid contrasting colors create an impressive display, making this colony an excellent centerpiece for an LPS-focused or mixed reef aquarium.
Commonly known in the reef hobby as Acan Lords, Micromussa lordhowensis are prized for their incredible color diversity and relatively approachable care requirements. They perform best under lower-to-moderate lighting with gentle water movement and can develop additional polyps over time when provided with stable reef conditions and occasional targeted feeding.
Recommended Care
- Scientific Name: Micromussa lordhowensis
- Common Name: Micromussa Acan Lord
- Care Level: Easy to Moderate
- Lighting: Low to moderate, approximately 50–120 PAR
- Water Flow: Low to moderate — gentle, indirect flow
- Placement: Lower areas of the aquarium or sand bed
- Temperament: Semi-aggressive — provide adequate spacing from neighboring corals
- Feeding: Primarily photosynthetic; occasional targeted feeding with appropriately sized meaty foods may support growth
- Growth: Moderate under favorable conditions
- Reef Safe: Yes, with appropriate spacing
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 75–79°F
- Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
- Alkalinity: 8–10 dKH
- Calcium: 400–450 ppm
- Magnesium: 1,250–1,400 ppm
Maintain stable reef parameters and gradually acclimate the colony to your aquarium's lighting and flow. Micromussa coloration can vary depending on lighting spectrum, intensity, nutrients, and aquarium conditions.