Tank setup
A minimum 150L aquarium suits Alveopora Coral. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
Alveopora, or 'Flowerpot Coral,' is a Large Polyp Stony (LPS) coral that resembles its cousin, *Goniopora*. It features long, flowing polyps that extend from a branching or massive base, each tipped with 12 tentacles (as opposed to Goniopora's 24). It prefers moderate light and gentle-to-moderate flow to allow its polyps to sway. It is a semi-aggressive coral with long sweeper tentacles. This species is notoriously difficult to keep long-term, often slowly receding over months due to improper feeding or water parameters. Its 12-tentacle structure is the key identifier.
Key traits
coral
semi aggressive
difficult
expert only
carnivore
specialized
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep Alveopora Coral healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 8.1–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Alveopora Coral is carnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Alveopora Coral is generally semi-aggressive. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized semi-aggressive tankmates in invertebrates. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Alveopora Coral vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Keeping invertebrates?
Invertebrates read water quality more sensitively than fish — condition and test rather than guess.
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