{"product_id":"aussie-bleeding-apple-scolymia-australis","title":"Aussie Bleeding Apple Scolymia australis","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAussie Bleeding Apple Scolymia australis \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector-Grade Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eAussie Bleeding Apple Scolymia\u003c\/b\u003e is a true masterpiece of aquatic coloration, instantly recognizable by its dazzling, two-tone pattern. Hailing from the pristine reefs of Australia, this solitary LPS coral is the quintessential centerpiece for any high-end reef tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen showcases the classic, highly-prized morph:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody:\u003c\/b\u003e A dense, glowing field of \u003cb\u003efluorescent neon-green\u003c\/b\u003e tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBleeding Stripes:\u003c\/b\u003e Dramatic, thin radial bands of \u003cb\u003efiery orange to crimson-red\u003c\/b\u003e that appear to \"bleed\" or stripe outward from the central mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts circular, fleshy disc expands gorgeously on the sandbed, creating a commanding focal point with its intense color saturation and smooth, fleshy texture. As a non-colonial, solitary coral, this Scolymia is a perfect investment piece that retains its vibrant colors in a stable environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Requirements \u0026amp; Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScolymia corals are known for their hardiness and are often considered a beginner-friendly LPS, provided their basic needs for light and feeding are met.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"horizontal-scroll-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-block-component\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-block has-export-button\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-content not-end-of-paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeal Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLow to Moderate\u003c\/b\u003e (50–150 PAR). Avoid intense light to prevent bleaching.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLow, Indirect, and Gentle.\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure flow is only strong enough to prevent detritus accumulation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlacement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSandbed or Low Rockwork.\u003c\/b\u003e Place on a flat surface where it can expand fully without touching rock or aggressive corals.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHighly Recommended.\u003c\/b\u003e Target feed meaty foods (mysis shrimp, fine pellets) 2–3 times per week, typically after lights out.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-footer hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Curator's Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Scolymia are voracious eaters. Target feeding not only enhances growth and vitality but is key to maintaining the rich pigmentation of these sought-after \u003cb\u003eAustralian morphs\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Coral Curator","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47321631097091,"sku":null,"price":209.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/8587\/4435\/files\/icfb_98_ab020b12-4ab2-43dc-85bf-d67e8a45baf5.webp?v=1760279411","url":"https:\/\/www.thecoralcurator.com\/products\/aussie-bleeding-apple-scolymia-australis","provider":"The Coral Curator LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}