Tank setup
A minimum 100L aquarium suits Leptastrea. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Temperature
24° - 27 °C
Max size
12 cm
Min tank
100 L
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A tough encrusting coral that tolerates a wide range of light and flow, making it a reliable choice for the lower rockwork of a newer reef.
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Everything you need to keep Leptastrea healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 100L aquarium suits Leptastrea. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 8.1–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Leptastrea is photosynthetic. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Leptastrea is generally peaceful encruster. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful encruster tankmates in invertebrates. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Leptastrea vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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