JF Grinch Montipora

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AT A GLANCE
Quick facts: Care level: Easy–Moderate · Lighting: Moderate–High · Flow: Moderate · Feeding: Optional

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WHY SHOULD I BUY THIS CORAL?
JF Grinch Montipora is a highly sought‑after designer Montipora prized for its intense neon green coloration and textured, encrusting to plating growth form. True to its name, this coral glows aggressively under blue lighting, offering eye‑catching fluorescence and sharp colour definition that stands out even among other SPS corals. Its fast growth and bold colour make it an excellent choice for adding vibrant contrast and structure to reef aquascapes.

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CARE LEVEL
Easy–Moderate
Well suited to established reef systems with stable water chemistry.

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WATER REQUIREMENTS & GENERAL CARE

• Temperature: 24–27 °C
• Salinity: 1.024–1.026 (32–35 ppt)
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity: 8–9 dKH
• Calcium: 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm
Stable alkalinity and consistent parameters are essential for strong colour retention and healthy encrusting growth.

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LIGHTING
• Moderate–High
• PAR Range: 150–250 PAR

Moderate to higher lighting intensifies the signature neon green coloration. Gradual acclimation is recommended to prevent light stress.

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PLACEMENT
• Mid / Upper rockwork

Place on stable rockwork with room to encrust and plate outward. Be mindful of faster growth potentially shading nearby corals.

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FLOW
• Moderate

Provide consistent, turbulent flow to keep the coral surface free of detritus and encourage even growth.

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FEEDING
• Photosynthetic: Feeding optional
Recommended feeding schedule:
• Occasional (optional)
Accepted foods:
• Fine powdered coral foods
• Reef roids
• Microplankton blends
• Amino acid supplements

Supplemental feeding may enhance growth rate and overall vitality but is not required.

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COMPATIBILITY & BEHAVIOUR
• Temperament: Peaceful
• No sweeper tentacles
• Can be placed near other SPS corals
• May overgrow slower‑growing neighbours if not given adequate space

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Family: Acroporidae
• Origin: Indo‑Pacific
• Natural Habitat: Reef crests and shallow reef slopes
• Typical Depth Range: 3–25 m

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WHY WE RECOMMEND THIS CORAL
✔ Intense neon green “Grinch” coloration
✔ Fast‑growing and hardy SPS coral
✔ Excellent for adding bold colour contrast
✔ Ideal entry‑level designer Montipora

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DISCLAIMER
• Coral appearance may vary under different lighting conditions
• Growth rate may differ depending on system conditions
• Ensure adequate spacing for encrusting and plating growth
• All corals are supplied healthy and pest checked