Fishician®Diet
Photosynthesis plus coral foods as appropriate
Aquarium species profile
Leather Coral
Sarcophyton sp. · Marine aquarium species
Minimum tank20 gal
Adult sizeup to 8"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentSessile coral
Temperature74-80°F
pH range8.0-8.4
Compatible tank mates
Reef-safe fish and invertebrates
Tank mates to avoid
Coral-nipping fish, unstable alkalinity, copper medications
Care notes
Requires stable salinity, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, lighting, and flow matched to the coral type.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.