Lobophyllia

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Introduction

Introduction to the coral goes here

Common Names

Lobed coral, open brain coral

Scientific Names

Lobophyllia hemprichii

Hardiness

The lobo brain coral is relatively easy to keep.

Flow

Medium

Lighting

It needs a medium-high amount of lighting.

Placement

It can be placed anywhere as long as it is stable and will not fall.

Feeding

You can feed it brine shrimp and some other foods when its tentacles are extended, otherwise it will get most of its energy through photosynthesis.

Propagation

A bit about propagation please

Aggression

Medium amount of aggression. At night its tentacles extend and may sting other corals.

Availability

Some colors and textures are harder to obtain, but there are usually a variety of specimans available.

Other Issues

Common diseases, predators, or other notes on the coral