Acropora - Gila Monster Mother Colonies As a juvenile it is

As a juvenile it is deep blue to black with white C-shaped stripes radiating from its posterior

if it is to be kept with other tangs it should be the last tang added to a sufficiently large aquarium

They create anti-microbial chemicals which helps them to resist disease

Its face is pale with many freckles

It is quite adaptable to different light levels

Acropora - Gila Monster Mother Colonies As a juvenile it isConsidered by many to be the pinnacle of reef keeping success, Acropora corals are extremely demanding, but just as rewarding if given proper care. They require exceptionally stable water quality which can only be provided in a well established aquarium over 6 months old. High levels of nitrate and phosphate are not tolerated and commonly cause browning; although low, stable levels are necessary for best growth and color. Alkalinity, calcium,