Aussie UFO Diaseris
Cycloseris fragilis
Saltwater Coral
Species Group: Cycloseris
Family: Fungiidae
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Water parameters
Temp
76-80 F
Temperature
Maintaining a stable and appropriate temperature is critical for the survival of aquatic life.
pH 7.8 - 8.4 potential of HydrogenMeasuring the acidity or alkalinity of water on a 0–14 scale, where 7 is neutral, 7 is alkaline.
NO3 1-20 ppm NitrateWhile less toxic than ammonia, high nitrate levels (above 40–80 ppm) are important to monitor because they can cause fish stress, stunted growth, and harmful algae blooms.
NO2 <0.0001 ppm NitriteIt is a highly toxic, intermediate compound in the nitrogen cycle produced from broken-down ammonia
PO4 0.01 - 0.1 ppm PhosphateIt is essential for plant development but must be managed, as excess levels trigger nuisance algae blooms and inhibit coral calcification.
NH3 <0.1 ppm AmmoniaIt is the primary killer of aquarium fish, causing gill damage, stress, and death
Ca 380 - 450 ppm CalciumSupporting the growth, skeletal structure, and shell formation of corals, mollusks, crustaceans, and coralline algae
KH 8 - 12 dKH AlkalinityIt acts as a shield, neutralizing acids to prevent dangerous pH "crashes" that can harm fish, corals, and plants.
Mg 1200 - 1400 ppm MagnesiumIt enables coral growth by supporting skeletal formation, assists in metabolic processes, and ensures that calcium is available for corals, clams, and coralline algae.
SG 1.023 - 1.026 SG SalinityEssential for maintaining stable, natural water parameters, proper osmoregulation, and stress-free environments for marine fish and corals
ORP 250 - 400 mV Oxidation-Reduction PotentialA higher positive mV indicates clean, oxygen-rich water with high water quality, while low readings indicate high pollution.
About Aussie UFO Diaseris
General information
In general, corals from the genus Cycloseris have polyps that are irregularly outlined and mostly composed of brittle wedges that can easily break off. Their mouth is usually colored yellow or beige with some green undertone both at the center and at the outer edges of their skeletal structure. For taxonomic purposes, Cycloseris is the new genus that is derived from its old counterpart – Diaseris, which is no longer valid at present times.
For the Aussie UFO Diaseris, they are predominatly colored green. This are the water parameters for cultivating Aussie UFO Diaseris:
- Calcium: 400 – 450 ppm
- Alkalinity: 3.2 – 4.5 MEQ/L
- Phosphates: 0
- Magnesium: 1350 – 1500
- Strontium: 10
- Temperature: 72° – 78° F (22° – 26° C)
- Salinity / Specific Gravity: 1.024 – 1.025
Diet & nutrition
The Aussie UFO Diaseris gets its primary nutrition from the symbiotic zooxanthellae living within its tissues. However, we still do recommend you do supplemental feeding by adding mysis and brine shrimp.
Determining sex
A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating Aussie UFO Diaseris. They should be placed at the middle or bottom portion of the tank.
Breeding & spawning
Aussie UFO Diaseris requires moderate lighting and moderate waterflow.
Origination
The Aussie UFO Diaseris can be found in the waters of the Western and Central regions of the Pacific Ocean. In the wild, they can be spefically found in the lower parts of the reef slopes or in flat sandy substrate.
Cautions
You have to take extra caution when handling Aussie UFO Diaseris as their wedges are highly brittle and may easily break off.
Acclimation process
Aussie UFO Diaseris are purely marine, therefore, salinity must be maintained thoroughly at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.
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