The Red Blastomussa wellsi is a striking LPS coral known for its large, fleshy polyps and vivid coloration. This variety features deep red lobes, often accented with subtle hints of green, pink, or purple under actinic lighting. It’s a fantastic showpiece that brings both movement and richness to any reef tank.
Coral Highlights:
🔴 Deep Red Coloration – Eye-catching and rich under both white and blue light
🌿 Large Puffy Polyps – Gentle swaying motion and meaty texture
💡 Lighting: Low to moderate PAR (50–150) – prefers gentle lighting
🌊 Flow: Low to moderate – enough to keep it clean, but avoid strong blasts
🧪 Parameters:
Temp: 75–78°F
Salinity: 1.025
dKH: 8–11
Calcium: 420–460 ppm
Magnesium: 1300–1400 ppm
Placement: Lower rock or sandbed – give space to expand without touching other corals
