Neon Montipora Spongodes

Quick Stats

• Care Level: Moderate
• Coral Type: SPS (Small Polyp Stony)
• Lighting Requirement: Medium (150-250 PAR)
• Flow: Moderate/High
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Placement: Rockwork
• Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4"

Overview

The Neon Montipora Spongodes is a showstopper with its wildly vibrant lime-green base and dense forest of darker green polyps. Its unique, knobby texture gives the coral a dramatic, almost alien terrain that stands out in any reefscape. Under blue lighting, the fluorescence is absolutely unreal. This coral is perfect for hobbyists who want something both eye-catching and architecturally interesting on their reef.

Note: This is not a WYSIWYG listing. Photo is a representation of the shape, size, and color of the coral you will receive.

Water Parameters

This coral thrives in stable water conditions with regular water changes. Corals with a skeleton base, like this one, will consume calcium and alkalinity as they grow, often requiring additional supplementation. Routine water testing helps ensure these needs are consistently met.

• Specific Gravity (Salinity): 1.025-1.026
• Temperature: 75-78 Degrees F
• pH: 8.1-8.4
• Alkalinity: 8-9.5 dKH
• Calcium: 400-450ppm
• Magnesium: 1300-1450ppm
• Nitrate (NO3): 10-25ppm
• Phosphate: 0.01-0.1ppm
• Nitrite (NO2): Undetectable
• Ammonia (NH3): Undetectable

Lighting Requirements

This coral prefers medium light areas of the aquarium, ideally in the 150-250 PAR range. While it can handle slightly higher light, it's best to acclimate it gradually to avoid stress. For those with mixed reef tanks, a PAR meter is invaluable for fine-tuning light levels across different corals, helping ensure each coral gets the right intensity for its needs. This careful setup supports the coral’s vibrant color and long-term health.

Ideal Tank Placement

Place it in an area where it has some room to grow as this coral is a relatively fast grower, usually directly onto the rockwork.

Water Flow Requirements

Moderate to strong water flow is ideal. Good water flow around this coral is expecially important as it gets larger and forms its branching structure.

Aggressiveness and Compatibility

It's important to give Montipora room to grow. Like most corals, it will fight with any other corals it comes into direct contact with.

Feeding and Nutrition

While this coral primarily relies on photosynthesis for energy, it can benefit from Amino Acids like CoralAmino. These supplemental feedings can support faster growth and better coloration, making it easy to get the most out of this colorful coral.

Growth Rate and Pattern

This coral is a steady grower that will grow with a plating and branching structure.

Acclimation Process

Acclimation is essential for corals to adjust to their new environment. For a full step-by-step process, refer to our Coral Acclimation Guide.