If you’re looking to take your reef tank to the next level, SPS (Small Polyp Stony) corals are an excellent choice. Known for their vibrant colours and intricate structures, SPS corals add depth, movement, and a unique aesthetic to any reef aquarium.
However, SPS corals are best suited for experienced reef keepers, as they require stable water conditions, high light levels, and careful monitoring to thrive.
SPS corals are a favourite for many advanced aquarists due to their hardy nature and incredible colouration. While they require more care compared to soft or LPS corals, their growth patterns, bright hues, and delicate structures make them an exceptional addition to your reef tank.
Vibrant Colours: SPS corals are known for their stunning colours and fluorescent effects, making them the centerpiece of any reef tank.
Hardy Growth: These corals grow quickly and can be propagated easily, offering the potential for a vibrant, expanding reef system.
Unique Structures: SPS corals feature intricate branching, plating, and encrusting shapes that create a dynamic and visually stunning reef.
Natural Filter: Like other corals, SPS species contribute to water filtration by absorbing nutrients from the water.
We offer a variety of SPS corals to suit your reef aquarium. Here are some popular types that are highly sought after by reef keepers:
One of the most popular SPS corals, Acropora comes in various species with different branching and plating forms, often boasting brilliant colours like pink, blue, green, and yellow.
Montipora corals are fast-growing and come in both encrusting and plating forms, adding variety and beauty to your reef. They can thrive in moderate to high light levels.
Known for its fine, delicate branches, Seriatopora (commonly called “Bird’s Nest”) is a stunning SPS coral that grows quickly under the right conditions, adding an elegant look to your tank.
With thick, bushy branches, Stylophora is a durable and hardy SPS coral, perfect for those seeking a unique, fast-growing addition to their tank.
Porites corals are resilient and grow in both branching and encrusting forms. They are more tolerant of slightly lower light levels than other SPS species, making them a great addition to varying reef setups.
SPS corals require specific conditions to thrive, and proper care is essential for success. Follow these tips to ensure your SPS corals grow strong and healthy:
Light: SPS corals need intense, high-quality light, typically provided by LED or metal halide lighting. Ensure your tank has strong light penetration.
Water Flow: High water flow is essential for SPS corals, as it helps deliver nutrients and remove waste. A varied flow pattern helps prevent detritus buildup.
Stable Water Conditions: SPS corals are sensitive to fluctuations in water parameters. Keep your salinity, temperature, alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium levels stable.
Placement: Position SPS corals higher in the tank where light intensity is strongest and flow is most consistent.
Add colour, complexity, and dynamic beauty to your reef tank with our wide selection of SPS corals. Designed for advanced reef keepers, these corals are perfect for creating a thriving, vibrant ecosystem.
