- Name:
Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom
(View AKA's) - Family: Discosomidae
- Species: Mushroom Rhodactis
- Scientific Name: Rhodactis inchoata
General info about Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom
In general, mushroom corals coming from the genus Rhodactis are classified as a false coral without a skeleton, although their internal structures are the same with stony corals. Their stalk is very small that is located just above the pedal disc which is the area where they attach themselves to the substrate.
As for the Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom, they are predominantly colored brown and light blue. This are the water parameters for cultivating Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom:
- 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
Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom Diet & Nutrition
In the wild, Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom has developed a symbiotic feeding relationship with marine algae called zooxanthellae that is living within their tissues. But in captivity, you have to feed them with nanoplankton and you may add dissolved organics in the water.
Fragging / Propagating Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom
A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom. They must be set at the botoom of the tank to simulate their natural wild environment.
Flow / Lighting Requirements for Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom
The Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom requires moderate lighting and moderate waterflow.
Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom Origin
The Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom can be found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific Ocean.
Caution Should be Taken with Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom
The Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom has a semi-aggressive behaviour. Proper spacing must be observed in relation to other coral species in the tank.
How to Acclimate Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom
The Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom is a marine species. Therefore, salinity must be maintained thoroughly at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.
Stinging Tentacles on Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom
The Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom has long sweeper tentacles that can sting nearby corals.
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| Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom | Mushroom Rhodactis | Discosomidae | Rhodactis inchoata | In general, mushroom corals coming from the genus Rhodactis are classified as a false coral without a skeleton, although their internal structures are the same with stony corals. Their stalk is very small that is located just above the pedal disc which is the area where they attach themselves to the substrate. As for the Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom, they are predominantly colored brown and light blue. This are the water parameters for cultivating Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom:
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