- Name:
Tonga Bullseye Rhodactis
(View AKA's) - Family: Discosomidae
- Species: Mushroom Rhodactis
- Scientific Name: Rhodactis sp
General info about Tonga Bullseye Rhodactis
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, they are predominantly colored red with blue mouth. This are the water parameters for cultivating Bullseye Rhodactis:
- 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
Tonga Bullseye Rhodactis Diet & Nutrition
In the wild, Bullseye Rhodactis 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 Tonga Bullseye Rhodactis
A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating Bullseye Rhodactis. They must be set at the botoom of the tank to simulate their natural wild environment.
Flow / Lighting Requirements for Tonga Bullseye Rhodactis
The Bullseye Rhodactis requires moderate lighting and moderate waterflow.
Tonga Bullseye Rhodactis Origin
The Bullseye Rhodactis can be found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific Ocean.
Caution Should be Taken with Tonga Bullseye Rhodactis
The Bullseye Rhodactis has a semi-aggressive behaviour. Proper spacing must be observed in relation to other coral species in the tank.
How to Acclimate Tonga Bullseye Rhodactis
The Bullseye Rhodactis is a marine species. Therefore, salinity must be maintained thoroughly at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.
Stinging Tentacles on Tonga Bullseye Rhodactis
The Bullseye Rhodactis has long sweeper tentacles that can sting nearby corals.
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| Tonga Bullseye Rhodactis | Mushroom Rhodactis | Discosomidae | Rhodactis sp | 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, they are predominantly colored red with blue mouth. This are the water parameters for cultivating Bullseye Rhodactis:
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