{"title":"Montipora","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"green-spongodes-montipora-coral","title":"Green Spongodes Montipora Coral","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive a frag similar in shape and size to the photo. Frags are typically around ¾\"–1\" unless otherwise noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMontipora, commonly called Montis, are some of the most popular SPS corals in the hobby. They come in a huge variety of colors and growth patterns, including plating, branching, encrusting, and scrolling varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome of the most recognizable types include Montipora Digitata, Capricornis, and Setosa. Depending on the variety, you’ll find everything from bright reds and greens to oranges, blues, and purples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMontis are generally considered more forgiving than Acropora, making them a great introduction to SPS. They still appreciate a mature, stable reef, but once they’re happy, many varieties can grow surprisingly fast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere They Come From\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMontipora are found throughout tropical Indo-Pacific reef systems, including areas around Fiji, Tonga, Australia, and the Maldives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey’re commonly found in areas of the reef that receive plenty of light and consistent water movement. Their different growth patterns allow them to occupy a wide variety of areas within the reef.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike other SPS corals, Montis really appreciate consistency. They may be a little more forgiving than some Acropora, but large or sudden parameter swings can still cause stress, loss of color, or tissue recession.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA good range to shoot for is:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 400–440 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8–9.5 dKH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1250–1350 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Below 10 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhosphate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Below 0.10 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 75–80°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.024–1.026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon’t get too caught up chasing one exact number. Keeping your parameters stable is usually much more important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMontipora generally prefer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoderate to high lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100–250 PAR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e being a good starting range for many varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifferent Montis can respond differently to light, so placement may need to be adjusted depending on the individual coral. Stronger lighting can bring out some incredible coloration, but too much light too quickly can cause bleaching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen introducing a new Monti, give it time to acclimate before moving it into stronger lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMontipora generally appreciate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoderate to strong, varied flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood water movement helps keep debris from settling on the coral while bringing nutrients and oxygen across the colony. Avoid placing the coral directly in front of a powerhead where it receives a constant blast of water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the coral grows, its shape can also be influenced by lighting, placement, and flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlacement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emiddle to upper areas of the aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are usually a good starting point for Montipora, depending on your lighting and flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemember to give them room to grow. Plating and encrusting varieties can eventually cover quite a bit of rockwork, while branching varieties can grow outward surprisingly quickly once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed Help?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery reef is different. If you’re unsure about lighting, flow, placement, water parameters, or whether a Montipora is right for your tank, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eask us. 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This colorful SPS coral grows across the rockwork in an encrusting pattern, making it a great addition to a Monti collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive it steady water conditions, good flow, and gradually acclimate it to your lighting to support healthy growth and coloration. 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Known for its reddish orange base and contrasting blue polyps, this encrusting SPS coral adds color and texture as it spreads across the rockwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive it consistent water conditions, varied flow, and room to grow. 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Its broad plates can develop into layered shelves and curling, cup-like shapes, creating an eye-catching feature as the colony grows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA popular choice for reef keepers getting into SPS corals, this plating Monti rewards stable conditions with steady growth. Give it room to expand and plan for the shade its plates may cast over corals below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePAR:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Start around 125 to 150 during acclimation, gradually increasing toward 200 to 300 as tolerated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate to strong, indirect water movement to keep debris off the plates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Middle to upper rockwork with room for outward growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAggression:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Allow space to prevent contact, overgrowth, and shading of neighboring corals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primarily photosynthetic. Optional small particle coral foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Often fast once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plating, with possible layered or cup-shaped growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Water Parameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 76 to 80°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Specific gravity of 1.025 to 1.026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8 to 9 dKH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 400 to 450 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1250 to 1350 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor and growth shape can vary with lighting, flow, and aquarium conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seven Seas Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68178825609250,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/2209\/7442\/files\/TAB4315.jpg?v=1791549851"},{"product_id":"nauti-spiral-montipora","title":"Nauti Spiral Montipora","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd texture and dimension to your reef with Nauti Spiral Montipora. 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Gradually increase toward 200 to 250 if the coral responds well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate to strong, indirect water movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Middle rockwork with suitable lighting and room for growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAggression:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Allow space to prevent contact and overgrowth of neighboring corals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primarily photosynthetic. Optional small particle coral foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Variable depending on aquarium conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Water Parameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 76 to 80°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Specific gravity of 1.025 to 1.026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8 to 9 dKH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 400 to 450 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1250 to 1350 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor and growth shape can vary with lighting, flow, and aquarium conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seven Seas Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68179301629986,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/2209\/7442\/files\/TAB4393.jpg?v=1791550042"},{"product_id":"spongodes-montipora-coral","title":"Spongodes Montipora Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpongodes Montipora Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd incredible texture, vibrant color, and unique growth patterns to your reef aquarium with the Spongodes Montipora Coral! 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