Lesser Tri Colour Acan Echinata
Lesser Tri Colour Acan Echinata
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Description
Description
Lesser Tri Colour Acan Echinata Coral
The Lesser Tri Colour Acan Echinata offers classic Acan appeal with attractive multi-tone colouration in a more understated, reef-friendly presentation. Featuring a blend of complementary hues across fleshy, well-defined polyps, this coral provides excellent visual interest without overwhelming surrounding pieces — ideal for balanced mixed reefs or LPS-dominant displays.
Reliable, hardy, and highly responsive to feeding, Lesser Tri Colour Acan Echinata is a solid choice for reef keepers who appreciate layered colour and dependable growth.
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 been long-standing favourites in the reef hobby due to their bold polyp structure, strong feeding response, and manageable care requirements. Multi-colour varieties, including tri-colour morphs, became especially popular as aquarists sought corals that offered depth and variation rather than single-tone colour blocks.
“Lesser” tri-colour varieties remain popular for their consistency and value while still delivering classic Acan character.
Appearance & Growth
Classified as an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral, Lesser Tri Colour Acan Echinata features:
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Multiple complementary colour tones across each polyp
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Thick, fleshy tissue with clear skeletal definition
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Subtle to moderate fluorescence under blue lighting
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Compact, mound-forming growth
Growth is moderate, with new polyps developing steadily under stable conditions.
Placement & Lighting
Acan Echinata prefer lower to moderate lighting conditions.
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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 lighting may cause colour fading or reduced expansion
Light acclimation is recommended when adjusting placement.
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 which can damage fleshy tissue
A gentle, consistent flow pattern works best.
Water Chemistry
Stable water 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 excellent feeders and benefit greatly from regular target feeding.
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Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, chopped seafood
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LPS pellets and coral-specific meaty foods
Feed 1–2 times per week when feeding tentacles are visible, ideally 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 balance and intensity 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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