On a scale of 1 to 10, how difficult is it REALLY to keep Acros?
It seems like Acropora corals, sometimes referred to as Acros, have this mythical stature or aura that they are hard to keep and should be reserved for advanced hobbyists. I have heard this idea repeated online and in local fish stores (LFSs). Because this perception is shared throughout the hobby, there are those beginners that seemingly think – “When I grow up, I want to keep Acros!” as if it is something for them to aspire to in the distant future. So the question is: how difficult is it REALLY to keep Acros? While most Acros may not be starter corals, do they need to be left for advanced reefers? Tell us your thoughts about the challenge of keeping Acros and feel free to share any tips that you have for someone who is thinking about getting an Acro for the first time!
Photo by @uniquecorals
It seems like Acropora corals, sometimes referred to as Acros, have this mythical stature or aura that they are hard to keep and should be reserved for advanced hobbyists. I have heard this idea repeated online and in local fish stores (LFSs). Because this perception is shared throughout the hobby, there are those beginners that seemingly think – “When I grow up, I want to keep Acros!” as if it is something for them to aspire to in the distant future. So the question is: how difficult is it REALLY to keep Acros? While most Acros may not be starter corals, do they need to be left for advanced reefers? Tell us your thoughts about the challenge of keeping Acros and feel free to share any tips that you have for someone who is thinking about getting an Acro for the first time!
Photo by @uniquecorals