{"product_id":"acanthastrea-echinata-gold-rush-2","title":"Acanthastrea echinata \"Gold Rush\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcanthastrea echinata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcanthastrea echinata\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking LPS coral that forms massive and often irregularly shaped colonies. The coral's surface consists of large corallites or polyps surrounded by thick tissue and a distinctly structured appearance. The species is particularly known for its vibrant colors and contrasting patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcanthastrea echinata corals come in various color forms. Typical shades include green, turquoise, red, orange, brown, and purple, often in multicolored combinations. Many specimens' polyps or their margins fluoresce strongly under blue aquarium lighting, making the coral a spectacular addition to a reef aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a reef aquarium, Acanthastrea echinata usually thrives in the lower to middle sections of the tank, where lighting is low to moderate and flow is gentle. The species grows relatively slowly but, over time, forms thick and expanding coral structures on the rock surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMassive LPS coral with large polyps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant and contrasting color patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOften strong fluorescence under blue lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows as a thick and irregular coral colony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeveral different color forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommendation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow – Moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow – Moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlacement in aquarium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottom – Middle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcanthastrea echinata can extend sweeper tentacles to defend its territory. Therefore, it's advisable to leave sufficient space around the coral to prevent it from harming nearby corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitability\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for reef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerally compatible with fish and invertebrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for hobbyists with some experience in LPS corals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Korallifarmi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54694141460803,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0595\/1864\/8365\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_6df3b443-db05-4dec-a35c-512e14321f1c.jpg?v=1788365557","url":"https:\/\/korellifarmi.com\/en\/products\/acanthastrea-echinata-gold-rush-2","provider":"Korallifarmi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}