Brain Coral
Brain Coral is a semi-aggressive saltwater coral that needs a tank of at least 40 gallons (151 L), water at 74-82°F (23-28°C) and a pH of 8.1-8.4.
Also searched as: brain coral, lobophyllia, open brain coral
Quick facts
Large fleshy coral. Place on sand bed. Sweeper tentacles at night.
| Minimum tank | 40 gallons (151 L) |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 74-82°F (23-28°C) |
| pH | 8.1-8.4 |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive |
| Swim level | Bottom |
| Group size | Can be kept singly |
| Tank type | Saltwater |
Corals with compatible conditions
No other species in the database passes the temperament and water checks for Brain Coral. Check a specific pairing with the stocking guide at the end of this page.
Avoid with
Pairings that fail the temperament, water-overlap or known-conflict checks.
Temperament check: high risk of conflict between these corals.
Bubble Coralmin tank 40 galHydnophoramin tank 40 galPlatygyramin tank 40 galSymphylliamin tank 40 galElegance Coralmin tank 50 gal
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