Micromussa lordhowensis (formerly Acanthastrea), known in the hobby as Acans and Lords, grows in tight colonies of fleshy, round polyps. Named pieces are a favorite with collectors.
Care: Low to moderate light and low to moderate flow. Target feed small meaty foods or Reef-Roids once or twice a week.
Quick Facts
Scientific Name:Micromussa lordhowensis
W: 3" H: 3"
Medium
Intermediate
Semi-Aggressive
Low
Moderate
Notes from the King:
"Acans are one of my favorite corals to watch eat. I keep them low in the tank with gentle flow, and at night the feeding tentacles come out, so that's when I hit them with a little Reef-Roids or mysis. Feed them regularly and you'll see new polyps pop up."
How we take our photos: under EcoTech Radion XR30 G6 Blue at 100% blue, so colors can look a little different under your lights.
