Overview

The neon green Acropora frag is a compact, fast-growing SPS (small polyp stony) coral prized for its electric hue and architectural growth form. Sourced through responsible aquaculture, this frag offers reef keepers a relatively accessible entry point into high-light, high-flow SPS corals while delivering a bold splash of color to a reef display.

In aquaculture settings, fragments are propagated from parent colonies under controlled conditions, ensuring sustainable supply and reduced pressure on wild reefs. When properly acclimated, these frags can grow rapidly into branching colonies that exhibit more intense coloration as they acclimate to their new tank environment.

Care tips

Lighting: Provide strong, full-spectrum lighting (high PAR) to stimulate the neon pigment. LED systems with a gradual acclimation schedule work well to prevent bleaching.

Water flow: Aim for medium to high water flow to keep surface tissue clean and to simulate natural reef currents. Avoid stagnant zones around the frag plug.

Water parameters: Maintain stable conditions—alkalinity around 8–12 dKH, calcium 420–450 ppm, magnesium 1250–1350 ppm, and a stable pH around 8.1–8.4. Regular 10–20% weekly water changes help with trace elements and overall health.

Placement: Position higher in the tank or toward the top where light and flow are strongest. Keep away from aggressive neighboring corals that may overgrow or sting the frag.

Acclimation: Quarantine and acclimate the frag slowly to prevent shock. Use a drip acclimation over 30–60 minutes and observe polyp extension before placing in the display.

Maintenance: Monitor for coloration changes, tissue recession, or extended polyp rekindling after handling. Targeted dosing of trace elements, if needed, should be approached carefully and gradually.

Availability and price vary by region and supplier. Choose frags with clean tissue and minimal one-off coloration injuries, and prefer aquaculture-origin frames to support sustainable reefkeeping practices.