Blue Mushroom Actinodiscus
Actinodiscus sp
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About Blue Mushroom Actinodiscus
General information
In general, mushroom corals coming from the genus Actinodiscus are classified as a false coral without a skeleton, although their internal structures are the same with stony corals. Their stalk is very small that is located just above the pedal disc which is the area where they attach themselves to the substrate.
As for the Blue Mushroom Actinodiscus, they come in different shades of blue. They can grow up to 7 inches in size and will need about 2 inches of space between the mushroom and other types of corals. Water parameters for cultivating Blue Mushroom Actinodiscus:
- Calcium: 400 – 450 ppm
- Alkalinity: 2.86 – 4.29 MEQ/L (8 – 12 dKH)
- Phosphates: 0
- Magnesium: 1200 – 1350
- Strontium: 8 – 10
- Temperature: 72° – 78° F (22° – 26° C)
- Salinity / Specific Gravity: 1.023 – 1.025
- pH: 8.1 – 8.4
Diet & nutrition
In the wild, Blue Mushroom Actinodiscus has developed a symbiotic feeding relationship with marine algae called zooxanthellae that is living within their tissues. But in captivity, you have to feed them with nanoplankton and you may add dissolved organics in the water.
Determining sex
A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating Blue Mushroom Actinodiscus. They must be set at the bottom of the tank to simulate their natural wild environment. When under the ideal conditions, they will grow and multiply quickly through your tank.
Breeding & spawning
The Blue Mushroom Actinodiscus requires moderate lighting and moderate waterflow.
Origination
The Blue Mushroom Actinodiscus can be found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific Ocean.
Cautions
The Blue Mushroom Actinodiscus has a semi-aggressive behaviour. Proper spacing must be observed in relation to other coral species in the tank.
Acclimation process
The Blue Mushroom Actinodiscus is a marine species. Therefore, salinity must be maintained thoroughly at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.
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