Large Polyp Stony (LPS) corals are the perfect choice for both beginner level and experienced reef hobbyists. They encompass a broad and interesting range of species. Some of the most popular corals in the saltwater aquarium hobby are LPS corals. LPS which is simply an acronym for large polyp stony corals have large polyps on a calcerous skeleton. They have much larger fleshy polyps than those of the small polyp stony (SPS) coral. LPS corals feature amazing vivid colors and require fairly easy to moderate care to keep them looking good and healthy. Many LPS corals are even fast growing! The Large Polyp Stony corals diet can vary from species to species, but most LPS corals will feed on pellet or meaty foods such as mysis and brine shrimp.
Large Polyp Stony Corals are the builders of reef structures in the ocean. They use calcium carbonate that's slowly given off by the epidermis at the bottom of each coral polyp. The rate a coral secretes calcium carbonate totally depends on the actual species. There are varieties of LPS corals that grow quickly, a few examples are Closed and Dented Brain Corals (Symphyllia) and Moon, Pineapple, and Brain Corals (Favia and Favites). Optimum conditions for Large Polyp Stony Corals is bright, indirect lighting and low to moderate water current. But there are numerous highly successful reef tanks growing Large Polyp Stony Corals under less than optimum lighting and water flow conditions. Large Polyp Stony Corals will do best if their water is kept clean and they have a consistent source of calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium.
Our selection of LPS corals for sale include a large variety of species to select from. Some popular LPS corals include rainbow LPS, Acan's (Acanthastrea), Alveopora, Blastomussa, Brain Corals, Bubble Coral, Candy Cane, Chalice, Cyphastrea, Doughnut Corals, Duncans, Elegance, Favia Corals, Flower Pot Coral, Frogspawn, Plate Corals, Scolymia, Slipper, Tongue Corals, Torch, Trumpet Corals.
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