{"product_id":"red-acan-bowerbanki-4","title":"Red Acan Bowerbanki","description":"\u003cp\u003eAcanthastrea bowerbanki, often simply called Acan Bowerbanki, is a robust LPS coral that has been a long-standing favourite in the reef aquarium hobby. Known for its distinct, large polyps, it offers a striking visual presence. This particular specimen is a beautiful red, adding a classic, vibrant touch to any display. This piece measures approximately 5cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowerbanki Acans have a flat, encrusting growth form, sometimes developing into a more massive colony over time. Their polyps are notably large and fleshy, exhibiting a textured surface. The red colouration of this specimen is consistent across its polyps, providing a rich, uniform appearance under proper lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor optimal health, Red Acan Bowerbanki thrive under moderate to high PAR lighting, around 100-200 PAR. They prefer low to moderate indirect flow to keep their polyps clean without being blasted. Placement on the sand bed or lower to mid-rockwork is generally ideal. While they possess zooxanthellae for photosynthesis, supplemental feeding of meaty foods like mysis shrimp or copepods a few times a week will enhance growth and colouration. Maintain stable water parameters: Calcium 400-440 ppm, Alkalinity 8-9 dKH, and Magnesium 1300-1400 ppm. Acans can be aggressive, extending sweeper tentacles at night, so ensure adequate spacing from neighbouring corals. When introducing, a slow acclimation process is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a WYSIWYG item, so you'll receive the exact specimen pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that colours can look slightly different in person than in photos, depending on your lighting and screen, and the size given is an approximate guide measured at the time of listing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Marine Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50224932782135,"sku":"EMA-LPS-20260924-NYEE","price":139.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1849\/1739\/files\/a4852987-a21f-4f81-a965-56fc8a82fe82-_MG_5258.png?v=1790278903","url":"https:\/\/easternmarineaquariums.co.nz\/products\/red-acan-bowerbanki-4","provider":"EasternMarine Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}