{"product_id":"lime-green-acans","title":"Lime Green Acans","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAcan Coral\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f8f9; border:1px solid #dde4e7; border-left:4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius:8px; padding:8px 12px; font-size:13px; color:#607078; line-height:1.5; margin: 10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#46545b;\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a general description of the species — the specific specimen you receive may vary in color, size, and appearance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Acan Coral (\u003cem\u003eMicromussa lordhowensis\u003c\/em\u003e, formerly \u003cem\u003eAcanthastrea lordhowensis\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most colorful, endlessly collectible, and rewarding-to-feed LPS corals in the entire saltwater hobby. \u003cstrong\u003eFleshy encrusting polyps arrange themselves in clusters across the base, each polyp displaying a distinctive multi-color pattern of concentric rings, spots, or gradient blends across saturated color combinations including deep red, hot pink, electric blue, vivid purple, warm orange, green, teal, cream, and multi-color designer morphs that fluoresce dramatically under blue and actinic reef lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e — creating one of the most photogenic and instantly collectible LPS silhouettes in the entire reef trade. Acans have inspired one of the largest named-morph collector cultures in the hobby (rivaling Zoanthids), with premium designer morphs commanding significant collector pricing while entry-tier Acans remain accessible and rewarding for reefers of every experience level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the Acan Coral one of the most rewarding LPS corals is the combination of extraordinary color variety, dramatic feeding response, and encrusting growth that gradually builds a single frag into a colorful colony. \u003cstrong\u003eAcans are among the most rewarding corals to hand-feed in the entire hobby — polyps extend visibly around food particles and wrap inward to consume them, responding so dramatically to target feeding that watching an Acan take food is one of the most captivating coral behaviors in reefkeeping\u003c\/strong\u003e — the kind of coral that turns feeding time into a genuine display feature. Encrusting growth adds new polyps around the base perimeter over time, gradually transforming a small frag into a colorful colony. Hardy, adaptable, and one of the most beginner-friendly premium LPS corals, the Acan is one of the best all-around introductory collector-tier corals for reefers building a color-focused LPS collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1a5a61;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color:#1a5a61; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Acan Coral Frag — 2 to 3 Polyps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOne healthy Acan Coral frag (\u003cem\u003eMicromussa lordhowensis\u003c\/em\u003e) — exact color and morph selected from current availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFleshy encrusting polyps with distinctive multi-color rings, spots, or gradient patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eColors may include red, pink, purple, orange, green, blue, teal, cream, or multi-color designer morphs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEncrusting growth — frag will add new polyps around the base perimeter over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#184f69;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:separate; border-spacing:10px 10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%; background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to Moderate (PAR 50–150)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%; background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🌊 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to Moderate — gentle, indirect flow preferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMid to lower rockwork or sandbed — space 3-4\" from other corals\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e⚙️ \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasy to Moderate — beginner-friendly LPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSemi-aggressive — short sweeper tentacles at night, provide 3-4\" spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhotosynthetic — dramatic response to meaty foods 2-3x per week\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#6a6b58;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf8ee; border:1px solid #e6e1c9; border-left:4px solid #b7ad78; border-radius:10px; padding:13px 15px; color:#22323a;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eAcan Corals extend short sweeper tentacles at night that can sting neighboring corals — provide 3 to 4 inches of spacing from other coral species (including different Acan morphs from separate colonies) to prevent contact damage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Same-morph Acans from the same colony can be clustered together safely and will often fuse into a single unified colony, but different color morphs from separate colonies may engage in chemical warfare and should be spaced apart. Provide gentle, indirect water flow to allow full polyp expansion; direct high-velocity flow will keep the fleshy polyps from opening fully. \u003cstrong\u003eFeed Acans regularly with small pieces of mysis, coral feeding preparations, chopped seafood, or other meaty foods 2 to 3 times per week — Acans respond more dramatically to target feeding than almost any other LPS coral in the hobby, and consistent feeding is the single biggest factor in maximizing color saturation, polyp growth, and colony expansion.\u003c\/strong\u003e Color expression benefits significantly from quality reef lighting with strong blue and actinic spectrum coverage to reveal the full fluorescent intensity of the multi-color ring and spot patterns. Maintain stable alkalinity, calcium (above 400 ppm), and magnesium levels to support skeletal growth and consistent coloration. Acans are one of the hardiest premium LPS corals in the hobby and forgive typical parameter fluctuations, making them excellent choices for beginner and intermediate reefers building their first collector-tier LPS collection.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#123844;\"\u003e🔍 Aquarium Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Acan Coral is one of the most colorful and rewarding LPS corals available to reef keepers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDistinctive multi-color polyp patterns with concentric rings, spots, and gradient blends — one of the most collectible LPS coral groups in the hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDramatic feeding response — polyps extend visibly around food and wrap inward, one of the most captivating coral behaviors in reefkeeping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA hardy, beginner-friendly premium LPS with legendary feeding response and one of the largest named-morph collector cultures in the reef hobby — one of the best all-around introductory collector-tier corals for building a color-focused LPS collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#123844;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\" style=\"color:#1d5c78;\"\u003eSpecies Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f8f9; border:1px solid #dde4e7; border-left:4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius:10px; padding:13px 15px; font-size:13px; color:#607078; line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#46545b;\"\u003eLivestock Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 10px;\"\u003eDue to natural variation, the Acan Coral frag you receive will contain approximately 2 to 3 polyps hand-selected from current availability and may range across the full spectrum of colors and morphs available — including red, pink, purple, orange, green, blue, teal, cream, and multi-color designer expressions with variable ring, spot, and gradient patterns. Exact polyp count may vary slightly (typically within 2 to 3 polyps but occasionally more or less based on frag structure) and specific morph or color cannot be guaranteed and are determined at packing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003ePhotographs are representative examples. Individual specimens may vary in polyp count, size, color intensity, and pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eAs with all live animals, proper acclimation and a suitable, established environment are essential for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"2-3 Polyps","offer_id":49555722895619,"sku":null,"price":21.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/hf_20260903_000706_52d02cc3-b6ee-4df7-97c5-8715750d6f9c-2.jpg?v=1788394199","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/lime-green-acans","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}