- Name:
Blue Meanie Micromussa
- Family: Mussidae
- Species: Micromussa
- Scientific Name: Micromussa sp
General info about Blue Meanie Micromussa
In the wild, corals coming from the genus Micromussa have colonies that takes the encrusting and massive forms. Their colonies have several corallites that are cerioid in nature and are neatly arranged in an angular pattern. They have a thick mantle that is often fleshy and covered with several papillae.
For the Blue Meanie Micromussa, they are predominantly colored violet with green mouth. This are the water parameters in cultivating Blue Meanie Micromussa:
- Calcium: 400 - 450 ppm
- Alkalinity: 3.2 - 4.8 MEQ/L
- Phosphates: 0
- Magnesium: 1200 - 1350
- Strontium: 8 - 10
- Temperature: 76° - 83° F (24° - 28° C)
- Salinity / Specific Gravity: 1.023 - 1.025
Blue Meanie Micromussa Diet & Nutrition
In the wild, Blue Meanie Micromussa has developed a symbiotic feeding relationship with marine algae called zooxanthellae. But in captivity, you have to feed them with nanoplankton or dissolved organics.
Fragging / Propagating Blue Meanie Micromussa
A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating Blue Meanie Micromussa. Thriving them with fish is recommended as fish excretes nitrogen that can sustain the coral's growth.
Flow / Lighting Requirements for Blue Meanie Micromussa
Blue Meanie Micromussa does not need a high flow rate and intense light. Giving them moderate lighting allows the Acan Echinata to spread their polyps thereby allowing them to feed. Too much light will cause the polyps to be retracted.
Blue Meanie Micromussa Origin
Blue Meanie Micromussa can be found throughout the Indo-Pacific region. They are now considered as near threatened and is placed under Appendix II of the CITES list.
Caution Should be Taken with Blue Meanie Micromussa
Except for their own kind, Blue Meanie Micromussa is aggressive towards other species. During the night, they extend their tentacles and sting nearby corals. It is recommended to observe proper spacing between corals. Further, they have the tendency to be overpowered with soft corals and will die especially if soft corals outnumber them.
How to Acclimate Blue Meanie Micromussa
Blue Meanie Micromussa is purely marine. So, therefore, salinity must be maintained thoroughly at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.
Stinging Tentacles on Blue Meanie Micromussa
During night, the Blue Meanie Micromussa can extend their tentacles and sting nearby corals.
Original Detail
| Name | Species | Family | Scientific Name | More Detail | Added by |
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| Blue Meanie Micromussa | Micromussa | Mussidae | Micromussa sp | In the wild, corals coming from the genus Micromussa have colonies that takes the encrusting and massive forms. Their colonies have several corallites that are cerioid in nature and are neatly arranged in an angular pattern. They have a thick mantle that is often fleshy and covered with several papillae. For the Blue Meanie Micromussa, they are predominantly colored violet with green mouth. This are the water parameters in cultivating Blue Meanie Micromussa:
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