• Name:

    Iron Man Blasto

  • Family: Mussidae
  • Species: Blastomussa
  • Scientific Name: Acanthastrstrea lordhowensis
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General info about Iron Man Blasto

In general, the Blastomussa corals have many small corallites that are usually swollen and round in shape. When the polyps are out, the entire colony will look similar to a mushroom anemone.

  • Calcium: 400 - 450 ppm
  • Alkalinity: 2.86 - 4.29 MEQ/L (8 - 12 dKH)
  • Phosphates: 0
  • Magnesium: 1200 - 1350
  • Strontium: 8 -10
  • Temperature: 72° - 78° F (22° 26° C)
  • Salinity / Specific Gravity: 1.023 - 1.025
  • pH: 8.1 - 8.4

Iron Man Blasto Diet & Nutrition

The primary nourishment of the Iron Man Blasto is provided by the symbiotic zooxanthellae living within its tissues. But on top of this, we recommend you still do supplemental feeding by adding mysis or brine shrimp.

Fragging / Propagating Iron Man Blasto

A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating Iron Man Blasto. They need to be set at the bottom level of the tank.

Flow / Lighting Requirements for Iron Man Blasto

The Iron Man Blasto requires moderate lighting and low water flow.

Iron Man Blasto Origin

The Iron Man Blasto can be found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific Ocean, particularly in Japan, Malaysia, Polynesia, and Australia.

Caution Should be Taken with Iron Man Blasto

You have nothing to worry about Iron Man Blasto. They have a peaceful behavior and do not attack even if there is a nearby coral.

How to Acclimate Iron Man Blasto

Iron Man Blasto is a marine species. Therefore, salinity must be entirely maintained at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.

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Iron Man Blasto Blastomussa Mussidae Acanthastrstrea lordhowensis

In general, the Blastomussa corals have many small corallites that are usually swollen and round in shape. When the polyps are out, the entire colony will look similar to a mushroom anemone.

  • Calcium: 400 - 450 ppm
  • Alkalinity: 2.86 - 4.29 MEQ/L (8 - 12 dKH)
  • Phosphates: 0
  • Magnesium: 1200 - 1350
  • Strontium: 8 -10
  • Temperature: 72° - 78° F (22° 26° C)
  • Salinity / Specific Gravity: 1.023 - 1.025
  • pH: 8.1 - 8.4
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