Bright Orange Acan Echinata
Bright Orange Acan Echinata
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Description
Description
Bright Orange Acan Echinata Coral
The Bright Orange Acan Echinata is a bold, high-impact LPS coral prized for its intense orange colouration and thick, fleshy structure. With vivid pigmentation that holds well under a range of lighting, this coral delivers classic Acan appeal — strong colour, defined polyp structure, and a reliable feeding response — making it an excellent choice for both mixed and LPS-dominant reef aquariums.
Renowned for its durability compared to many fleshy LPS, Acan Echinata offers eye-catching colour without excessive care demands when kept in stable conditions.
Natural Habitat & Distribution
Acan Echinata corals originate from the Indo-Pacific region, with natural populations found across:
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Indonesia
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Australia’s Great Barrier Reef
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Papua New Guinea
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Fiji and surrounding Pacific islands
In the wild, they are commonly found on reef slopes and lower reef zones where lighting is moderate and water movement is gentle.
A Brief History
Acan corals have long been favourites in the reef hobby thanks to their rich colouration, manageable size, and strong feeding behaviour. Bright orange morphs remain especially popular due to their ability to maintain saturation under both blue-heavy and balanced lighting, making them reliable display corals in modern reef systems.
Appearance & Growth
Classified as an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral, Bright Orange Acan Echinata features:
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Intense orange tissue with strong colour saturation
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Thick, fleshy polyps with clear skeletal definition
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Subtle fluorescence under blue lighting
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Compact growth form
Growth is moderate, with additional polyps forming over time under stable conditions.
Placement & Lighting
Acan Echinata prefer lower to moderate lighting.
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Lighting: Low–Medium
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Best placed on the sand bed or lower rockwork
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Excessive light may cause colour fading or retraction
Light acclimation is recommended.
Flow Requirements
Provide low to moderate, indirect flow.
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Enough movement to keep detritus from settling
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Avoid strong or direct flow that may damage tissue
A gentle, consistent flow works best.
Water Chemistry
Stable reef parameters are essential for long-term success.
Maintain consistent levels of:
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Alkalinity
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Calcium
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Magnesium
Acan Echinata perform best in systems with low to moderate nutrients rather than ultra-low nutrient environments.
Feeding
Acan corals are enthusiastic feeders and respond very well to target feeding.
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Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood
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LPS pellets and coral-specific meaty foods
Feed 1–2 times per week when feeding tentacles are visible, preferably during lower light periods.
Temperament & Spacing
Acan Echinata are semi-aggressive and possess a noticeable sting.
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Allow space from neighbouring corals
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Avoid placement near delicate species
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Ensure tissue does not contact rockwork
Frag Size & Natural Variation
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Frag size: Typically multi-polyp frag (unless otherwise stated)
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Colour intensity and polyp size may vary depending on lighting, nutrients, and tank conditions.
Care Summary
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Care Level: Moderate
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Flow: Low–Medium
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Lighting: Low–Medium
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive
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