{"product_id":"blue-acropora-tenuis","title":"Blue Acropora Tenuis","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlue Acropora Tenuis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCoral Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Indonesian Acropora bifaria is a striking blue branching SPS coral with contrasting purple axial tips. In the reef hobby, corals like this have traditionally been sold and searched for as Blue Acropora tenuis, but current taxonomic treatment places many Indonesian “tenuis” corals under Acropora bifaria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece shows the vivid blue body color and purple growth tips that make tenuis-type Acropora so popular, along with the clean branching structure reef keepers expect from a high-end SPS frag. Color and intensity will vary somewhat based on light spectrum, nutrient availability, and overall system stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor reef keepers searching for a blue tenuis-style coral, this specimen offers that sought-after look while reflecting the more current identification of Acropora bifaria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcropora bifaria does best in a mature, stable reef aquarium with moderate to high lighting and strong, random flow. Place this frag in an area with excellent circulation and enough room for upward and outward branch development as it encrusts and grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLighting: Moderate to high PAR, with gradual acclimation to brighter conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlow: Strong, turbulent flow rather than a constant direct blast\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlacement: Mid to upper rockwork in a stable SPS system\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStability: Consistent alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, salinity, and temperature are important for long-term success\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow our corals with a strong focus on chemistry and system stability, including the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/collections\/reef-charge\/products\/hydroshock-3-part-complete-system\"\u003eHydroShock 3 Part Complete System\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other small polyp stony corals, this coral relies primarily on photosynthesis but can benefit from a balanced reef environment with steady nutrient availability and a healthy microbial food web. Direct feeding is not usually necessary, but consistent reef nutrition often supports stronger color, tissue health, and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany reef keepers incorporate live plankton and bacteria-based inputs as part of a broader nutrition strategy, including \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/collections\/planktura\/products\/rhodomonas-live-phytoplankton\"\u003eRhodomonas Live Phytoplankton\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/collections\/planktura\/products\/isochrysis-live-phytoplankton\"\u003eIsochrysis Live Phytoplankton\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/collections\/planktura\/products\/palustris-live-bacteria-bacto-fuel\"\u003ePalustris Live Bacteria Bacto Fuel\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKnown Sensitivities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other Acropora, this coral is sensitive to sudden swings in alkalinity, salinity, temperature, and nutrient levels. It generally performs best in established reef systems where changes are made gradually and overall chemistry remains stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping stress, abrupt lighting changes, and inconsistent flow can all affect polyp extension and coloration during the adjustment period. Blue and purple pigments are especially influenced by aquarium conditions, so some color shift is normal as the coral adapts to its new environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe pack our corals carefully to minimize stress in transit and help them arrive in strong condition. You can review our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eshipping policy here\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/pages\/arrive-alive-guarantee\"\u003eArrive Alive Guarantee here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all SPS corals, we recommend a careful acclimation process, gradual light adjustment, and placement in stable conditions after arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Dawn Aquaculture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48055818486014,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0058\/6242\/4647\/files\/Blue-Tenuis_NDA_d52a8ff6-2482-4a91-ad0f-ad995238bff5.jpg?v=1775923423","url":"https:\/\/ndaquaculture.ca\/products\/blue-acropora-tenuis","provider":"New Dawn Aquaculture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}