Blastomussa vs Acan Coral – Spot the Difference! ???? | LPS Coral ID & Care Guide ???? #acans #blast

Confused between Blastomussa and Acan corals? ???? You’re not alone! Both are popular LPS corals (Large Polyp Stony) known for their vivid colors and fleshy polyps — but they have key differences in structure, growth, and care needs.

Let’s break down what makes each coral unique ????

???? ???? Blastomussa Coral (Blasto Coral)

◽ Species: Blastomussa wellsi / Blastomussa merletti

◽ Polyp Shape: Larger, puffy, flower-like polyps

◽ Skeleton: More spaced-out, less compact colonies

◽ Lighting: Low to moderate

◽ Flow: Gentle to moderate — avoid strong current

◽ Feeding: Benefits from target feeding (mysis, reef roids, etc.)

◽ Placement: Bottom or shaded areas of the tank

✨ Blasto Tip: Perfect for peaceful reef zones and beginners who love soft movement and deep color tones.

???? ???? Acan Coral (Micromussa Coral)

◽ Species: Micromussa lordhowensis (formerly Acanthastrea)

◽ Polyp Shape: Smaller, rounder, tightly packed polyps

◽ Skeleton: Compact, encrusting or dome-shaped /maze-like colonies

◽ Lighting: Moderate

◽ Flow: Low to moderate

◽ Feeding: Readily eats small meaty foods — promotes faster growth

◽ Placement: Mid to lower reef levels

✨ Acan Tip: Known for their vibrant rainbow colors and intricate patterns — a must-have for coral collectors!

???? Key Difference at a Glance:

???? Main Differences:

???? Acan (Micromussa):

◽ Polyp Size: Small to large

◽ Colony Shape: Compact

◽ Texture: Fused heads

◽ Light Preference: Moderate

???? Blastomussa merletti:

◽ Polyp Size: Small

◽ Colony Shape: Clustered

◽ Texture: Separate

◽ Light Preference: Low–Moderate

???? Blastomussa wellsi:

◽ Polyp Size: Large

◽ Colony Shape: Open, flower-like

◽ Texture: Puffy & rounded

◽ Light Preference: Low–Moderate

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Explore both Blasto and Acan corals in our collection — each one adds texture, color, and movement to your reef like no other! ????????

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