The Acropora Assorted Premium Collection features hand‑selected specimens showcasing the finest color, structure, and health from our coral farm. Each piece is chosen for its exceptional vibrancy, unique growth pattern, and strong polyp extension, representing the best of the Acropora genus.
Expect a stunning range of hues — from electric greens and radiant blues to deep purples and fiery reds — each coral developing its own personality under reef lighting. These premium frags are ideal for experienced reef keepers seeking top‑tier SPS corals that thrive in high‑light, high‑flow environments and reward proper care with rapid growth and breathtaking coloration.
Care Notes:
Lighting: Intense LED or T5 actinic spectrum
Flow: Moderate to strong
Placement: Upper reef zones
Growth: Fast‑branching, encrusting base formation
Every Acropora Assorted Premium frag is a living work of art — a vibrant centerpiece for advanced reef aquariums.
Establish stable conditions before introducing any livestock.
Verify display tank parameters: temperature, salinity, pH, and nutrient levels.
Turn lights down to 20–30% intensity before arrival.
Ensure you have dip solution, inspection tools, and a clean container ready.
Prevent thermal shock by equalizing water temperature.
Float the bag or container in your sump/display for 20–30 minutes or until temperature of bag matches aquarium water.
Avoid adding tank water at this stage—this step is strictly thermal equalization.
Highly Recommended
Equalize salinity to prevent osmotic stress.
Measure bag water salinity.
If salinity differs by more than 0.002 SG, drip acclimate for 30–60 minutes.
Use a slow drip: 2–4 drops per second.
Stop when salinity matches your display tank within 0.001 SG.
Copper Coast runs systems at 35 PPT or 1.026 SG.
Critical
Identify visible pests before dipping or introducing to the tank.
Use a white tray or container for clear visibility.
Inspect coral bases, crevices, and undersides for nudibranchs, flatworms, eggs, vermetid snails, aiptasia, or algae.
Use a coral-safe dip to eliminate hitchhikers.
Prepare dip solution according to manufacturer instructions.
Submerge coral for 5–10 minutes, gently agitating.
Be careful not to dip for too long, coral is already stressed from shipping and pesticidal dips cause additional stress.
Rinse in clean saltwater before placing in the tank.
Reduce stress by starting in shaded or low-intensity areas.
Position corals on the sandbed or lower rockwork.
Avoid strong flow directly on newly placed corals.
Increase light intensity slowly to avoid bleaching.
Days 1–7: Maintain 20–30% intensity.
Days 8–14: Increase to 40–50%.
Days 15–21: Increase to 60–70%.
Days 22–30: Increase to 80–100% (or your normal PAR target).
SPS is the most sensitive species of coral so following this procedure helps increase success of coral establishing in the system.
Ensure livestock adjusts safely throughout acclimation.
Watch for coral retraction, bleaching, or tissue loss.
Test salinity and temperature daily during the first week.
Reduce light ramp speed if any stress signs appear.
Avoid quick drastic changes of ANYTHING, if you have a parameter wrong, a fast swing to correct it will make matters worse!!!
Move corals to their permanent positions once stable.
After 30 days, relocate corals to areas matching their PAR and flow needs.
Secure frags with glue once they show stable polyp extension.
We recommend cutting the bottom of the frag plug off and securing with combination of heavy gel super glue and epoxy for best attachment.
Resume normal feeding and maintenance routines.
The Acropora Assorted Premium Collection features hand‑selected specimens showcasing the finest color, structure, and health from our coral farm. Each piece is chosen for its exceptional vibrancy, unique growth pattern, and strong polyp extension, representing the best of the Acropora genus.
Expect a stunning range of hues — from electric greens and radiant blues to deep purples and fiery reds — each coral developing its own personality under reef lighting. These premium frags are ideal for experienced reef keepers seeking top‑tier SPS corals that thrive in high‑light, high‑flow environments and reward proper care with rapid growth and breathtaking coloration.
Care Notes:
Lighting: Intense LED or T5 actinic spectrum
Flow: Moderate to strong
Placement: Upper reef zones
Growth: Fast‑branching, encrusting base formation
Every Acropora Assorted Premium frag is a living work of art — a vibrant centerpiece for advanced reef aquariums.
Establish stable conditions before introducing any livestock.
Verify display tank parameters: temperature, salinity, pH, and nutrient levels.
Turn lights down to 20–30% intensity before arrival.
Ensure you have dip solution, inspection tools, and a clean container ready.
Prevent thermal shock by equalizing water temperature.
Float the bag or container in your sump/display for 20–30 minutes or until temperature of bag matches aquarium water.
Avoid adding tank water at this stage—this step is strictly thermal equalization.
Highly Recommended
Equalize salinity to prevent osmotic stress.
Measure bag water salinity.
If salinity differs by more than 0.002 SG, drip acclimate for 30–60 minutes.
Use a slow drip: 2–4 drops per second.
Stop when salinity matches your display tank within 0.001 SG.
Copper Coast runs systems at 35 PPT or 1.026 SG.
Critical
Identify visible pests before dipping or introducing to the tank.
Use a white tray or container for clear visibility.
Inspect coral bases, crevices, and undersides for nudibranchs, flatworms, eggs, vermetid snails, aiptasia, or algae.
Use a coral-safe dip to eliminate hitchhikers.
Prepare dip solution according to manufacturer instructions.
Submerge coral for 5–10 minutes, gently agitating.
Be careful not to dip for too long, coral is already stressed from shipping and pesticidal dips cause additional stress.
Rinse in clean saltwater before placing in the tank.
Reduce stress by starting in shaded or low-intensity areas.
Position corals on the sandbed or lower rockwork.
Avoid strong flow directly on newly placed corals.
Increase light intensity slowly to avoid bleaching.
Days 1–7: Maintain 20–30% intensity.
Days 8–14: Increase to 40–50%.
Days 15–21: Increase to 60–70%.
Days 22–30: Increase to 80–100% (or your normal PAR target).
SPS is the most sensitive species of coral so following this procedure helps increase success of coral establishing in the system.
Ensure livestock adjusts safely throughout acclimation.
Watch for coral retraction, bleaching, or tissue loss.
Test salinity and temperature daily during the first week.
Reduce light ramp speed if any stress signs appear.
Avoid quick drastic changes of ANYTHING, if you have a parameter wrong, a fast swing to correct it will make matters worse!!!
Move corals to their permanent positions once stable.
After 30 days, relocate corals to areas matching their PAR and flow needs.
Secure frags with glue once they show stable polyp extension.
We recommend cutting the bottom of the frag plug off and securing with combination of heavy gel super glue and epoxy for best attachment.
Resume normal feeding and maintenance routines.
