Toadstool Leather Coral

Toadstool Leather Coral

Sarcophyton spp.

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Min Tank Size

20 gal

Max Size

11.8"

Temperature

75–81°F

pH Range

8.1–8.4

Lifespan

5-15 years

Diet

Photosynthetic

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Overview

The Toadstool Leather Coral (Sarcophyton spp.) is a beginner saltwater species known for its brown-tan, green polyps coloration. Hardy leather coral. On rock.

Origin & Appearance

Origin: Indo-Pacific.

Colors: Brown-Tan, Green polyps.

Body Shape: Coral Colony (mound/boulder). Typical adult dimensions: 30.0 x 24.0 x 18.0.

Sexual Dimorphism: N/A; colonial.

Tank & Water Requirements

Min Tank Size20 gallons
Temperature7581°F
pH Range8.18.4
Water Hardness (GH)dKH 8-12
Bioloadlow
Oxygen Demandmedium
Plant Safeyes
Aquarium PositionOn rock

Behavior & Activity

Sessile; polyps extend during day retracting at night; periodically sheds waxy layer and closes for days; no locomotion

Speed: 0/100Aggression: 2/10diurnalSchooling (6+)

Breeding

Fragging (asexual); broadcast spawning (sexual)

Common Diseases

💊 Tissue recession💊 pests (flatworms💊 nudibranchs)

Expert Notes

Hardy leather coral; releases toxins

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