Green Tip Bernardpora

Name: Green Tip Bernardpora
Brand: New Dawn Aquaculture
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Bernardpora sp.

Difficulty	Medium - Difficult
Lighting	Medium
Water Flow	Low - Medium
Temperament	Aggressive
Placement	Low-Mid

BERNARDPORA

Bernardpora are often referred to as a micro-goniopora or flower pot coral but have recently been delineated to their genus of Bernardpora. They have a skeleton with extending polyps that can recede and extend at their whim. They are considered to be an encrusting species.

It is often confused with Montipora or even Goniopora due to their short and stubby polyps yet they remain in their own separate genus. Their common name is “thorn coral” due to the look of the polyps and some worms that can host them.

WATER CHEMISTRY

Bernardpora are a bit more finicky when it comes to water chemistry. While we have our preferred parameters for Alkalinity, Phosphate, and Nitrate, Bernardpora will do far better in your system if you just focus on keeping the water chemistry stable. If your Alkalinity, Phosphate, or Nitrate is out of line, our recommendation is to get it back to your target levels as slowly as possible.

The parameters we aim for are:

Alkalinity	8.3 dKH
Phosphate	0.05 - 0.15 ppm
Nitrate	5.0 - 15.0 ppm

We maintain these levels by use of dosing pumps, with Brightwell Aquatics Reef Code A and Reef Code B.

It's important to understand that these are the levels that we aim for in our systems. However, that doesn't mean they are the right levels for your system. All aquariums are different and your system may naturally fall on a different balance. You're better off working with the balance your system tends towards than trying to force the same levels that we run.

FLOW

In terms of flow Bernardpora corals will need to be kept in a low - moderate flow area. Too much flow causes the polyps to stay receded close to the body. In turn, the coral will not get its proper nutrients as its filtration through the polyps will be decreased. Too little flow can cause detritus build up, and no flow to reach the bottom of the colony,potentially leading to tissue death.

LIGHTING

Bernardpora are among our intermediary group when it comes to lighting. They tend to be happiest with moderate lighting but are more concerned with flow than light. As with many of the LPS corals, too much light can cause discoloration and receding polyps. As we’ve mentioned before, these coral can be trained for higher PAR, but if this is your wish we recommend doing it slowly as the potential for bleaching is high.

Our Water Parameters

Temperature: 24-26 °C (75-78 °F)
Salinity: 1.026 SG, 35 ppt
PH: 8.1-8.4
Ammonia: 0 ppm
Nitrite: 0 ppb
Nitrate: 3-15ppm
Phosphate: 0.03-0.15 ppm
Alkalinity: 8 dKH
Calcium: 440 ppm
Magnesium: 1320 ppm

Acclimation

Temperature Match

Float the sealed bag containing the coral in your tank for 15-20 minutes. This allows the coral to gradually reach the same temperature as your aquarium, minimizing temperature-related stress.

Prepare and Dip Coral

To ensure the health and safety of your new coral, prepare a dip solution using tank water and a coral dip product, following the dip’s instructions for dosage and timing. This precautionary dip helps protect your tank by eliminating any potential hitchhikers. Keep an eye on the coral during the process to confirm it’s responding well.

Rinse in Tank Water

After the dip, rinse the coral thoroughly in a separate container filled with clean tank water. This step removes any residual dip solution, preventing it from entering your display tank and ensuring the coral is safe to be introduced.

Introduce Coral

Carefully position the coral in your tank, ideally on a rock or suitable location based on the coral’s needs. Make sure the placement allows proper flow and lighting according to the coral species. Monitor the coral for the next few hours to ensure it adjusts well.

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Carefully Packed for a Safe Journey

Livestock is hand-packed in sealed oxygen-filled bags with fresh saltwater.
Insulated coolers with heat or ice packs keep conditions stable, regardless of weather.
Built to handle up to 48 hours in transit.

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We ship FedEx Priority Overnight so your marine life arrives the next day, reducing stress and maximizing health.

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At New Dawn Aquaculture, we guarantee that your livestock arrives alive and healthy—no exceptions. Here's how it works:

What’s Covered

All shipped livestock, including corals, fish, inverts, and live foods.

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Be present for delivery and follow our acclimation guide.
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