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Ultra Orange-Red Lord Acan Live Aquaculture LPS Coral

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Ultra Orange-Red Acan Lord – Premium LPS Coral | Aquacultured by coralSLover®

Classification: Premium LPS Coral (Acanthastrea lordhowensis)

Why It’s Premium:
This strain was selected from our long-term aquaculture line for its consistent growth, intense fluorescence, and clean, uniform skeletal formation typical of high-grade Acanthastrea lordhowensis.

The Ultra Orange-Red Acan Lord is a true centerpiece coral, featuring large fleshy polyps with brilliant orange-red coloration and a distinctive blue rim around each mouth and outer edge. This classic Lord-type Acan is prized for its vibrant saturation, gentle movement, and rich texture that glows vividly under actinic and blue LED lighting.

Scientific Information:
Acanthastrea lordhowensis, commonly known as the “Acan Lord,” is a large polyp stony coral in the family Lobophylliidae. It forms colonies of fleshy, lobed polyps with shared skeletal walls. Like most LPS corals, it hosts symbiotic zooxanthellae (Symbiodinium spp.) that provide energy through photosynthesis, though supplemental feeding enhances polyp growth and pigment development.

Aquaculture Notes:
Each specimen is propagated from established broodstock colonies at the coralSLover® aquaculture facility and grown for 8-12 months before being released for sale. This ensures that every coral is fully encrusted, pest-free, and fully acclimated to captive environments—never wild-collected.

Great For: Collectors and reef keepers seeking a colorful, hardy, sustainably grown Acan with bold presence and movement.

Free Shipping When Qualified.

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Ultra Orange-Red Acan Lord – Premium LPS Coral | Aquacultured by coralSLover®

Classification: Premium LPS Coral (Acanthastrea lordhowensis)

Why It’s Premium:
This strain was selected from our long-term aquaculture line for its consistent growth, intense fluorescence, and clean, uniform skeletal formation typical of high-grade Acanthastrea lordhowensis.

The Ultra Orange-Red Acan Lord is a true centerpiece coral, featuring large fleshy polyps with brilliant orange-red coloration and a distinctive blue rim around each mouth and outer edge. This classic Lord-type Acan is prized for its vibrant saturation, gentle movement, and rich texture that glows vividly under actinic and blue LED lighting.

Scientific Information:
Acanthastrea lordhowensis, commonly known as the “Acan Lord,” is a large polyp stony coral in the family Lobophylliidae. It forms colonies of fleshy, lobed polyps with shared skeletal walls. Like most LPS corals, it hosts symbiotic zooxanthellae (Symbiodinium spp.) that provide energy through photosynthesis, though supplemental feeding enhances polyp growth and pigment development.

Aquaculture Notes:
Each specimen is propagated from established broodstock colonies at the coralSLover® aquaculture facility and grown for 8-12 months before being released for sale. This ensures that every coral is fully encrusted, pest-free, and fully acclimated to captive environments—never wild-collected.

Great For: Collectors and reef keepers seeking a colorful, hardy, sustainably grown Acan with bold presence and movement.

Free Shipping When Qualified.

LPS Corals – Colorful, Hardy, and Easy to Enjoy

LPS corals, or Large Polyp Stony Corals, are one of the most popular types of corals for reef aquariums. Unlike SPS corals, which have tiny polyps, LPS corals have larger, fleshy polyps that expand and move with the water, giving them a lively, flowing appearance. Their solid calcium skeletons provide structure to your reef, while their soft, colorful polyps bring vibrant color and texture that can transform a tank into a dynamic underwater garden.

LPS corals are beloved by both beginners and experienced hobbyists because they are hardy and relatively easy to care for, yet still offer striking colors and patterns. Many species, like Acan, Blastomussa, Candy Cane, Chalice, Frogspawn, Galaxea, Hammer, Lobo/Brain, and Torch, can thrive under moderate lighting and medium water flow, making them versatile for most reef setups. Their large mouths allow them to feed effectively, and occasional target feeding can encourage faster growth and more intense coloration.

At coralSLover, all our LPS corals are aquacultured, meaning they are sustainably grown in controlled systems to ensure they adapt successfully to home aquariums. This gives your reef a better chance of thriving, with healthy, vibrant corals that are easier to maintain. Whether you’re starting your first reef or adding colorful accents to an established tank, LPS corals are a favorite choice for creating movement, beauty, and life in any marine display. 

Care at a Glance – LPS Corals

Lighting: Moderate to moderately high lighting brings out vibrant coloration and supports steady growth. Many LPS prefer indirect or slightly shaded areas to avoid tissue stress.

Flow: Moderate, indirect water movement is ideal. Gentle but consistent flow keeps polyps clean and extended without damaging their fleshy tissue.

Placement: Mid to lower rockwork or sandbed is often best. Allow ample space between colonies, as many LPS have long sweeper tentacles and can sting neighbors.

Water Quality: Stable parameters are key — maintain balanced alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium levels with low to moderate nutrients. Sudden changes can stress fleshy polyps.

Feeding: LPS benefit from targeted or occasional broadcast feeding of meaty or particulate foods to support faster growth and vibrant coloration.

Difficulty: Beginner to intermediate friendly — many LPS are hardy but appreciate consistent conditions and occasional feeding for best results.

Sustainability: Fully aquacultured, zero wild collection — responsibly grown and well adapted to aquarium life.