What is coral aquaculture?

Coral aquaculture is the process of growing corals in controlled environments instead of collecting them from the wild. At coralSLover®, we propagate our corals in shore-based, recirculated saltwater systems to produce healthy, vibrant, and sustainable specimens for home aquariums.

Why choose aquacultured corals over wild-collected corals?

Choosing aquacultured corals is like choosing organic produce—quality and care are prioritized over cheap, mass-produced options. Aquaculture corals are grown in controlled systems, are already adapted to aquarium conditions, and help reduce pressure on natural reefs by avoiding wild harvesting.

How are aquaculture corals more eco-friendly?

Aquaculture corals are grown without removing colonies from natural reefs. Fragments are taken from established parent colonies and grown in indoor, recirculated systems. This protects wild reef structures, reduces collection impact, and supports long-term reef conservation.

Are aquacultured corals better adapted to home aquariums?

Yes. Tank-grown corals are raised under artificial lighting, filtration, and water flow similar to home reef systems. This makes them hardier, more stable, and generally easier to acclimate than wild corals, which come from very different natural conditions.

How does coralSLover® grow aquaculture corals?

coralSLover® uses shore-based, recirculated saltwater systems to grow coral fragments from parent colonies. These systems allow precise control over lighting, water chemistry, and flow, supporting sustainable growth and consistent quality for reef aquariums.

What are the main benefits of aquacultured corals?

Aquacultured corals are eco-friendly, tank-adapted, and sustainably grown. There is no wild harvesting, helping protect natural reefs. Corals are hardier and already accustomed to aquarium life, and fragments are farmed from parent colonies using nursery-style techniques similar to how plant nurseries propagate cuttings.