Aussie Acro Dragonscale Spathulata
Typical needs for this coral type. Ask us if you're unsure.
Transform Your Tank with Australian Acropora Like No Other
Looking for a truly rare Acropora from Down Under? The Aussie Dragonscale Spathulata is one of the most sought-after Acropora morphs in the hobby — prized for its dense, overlapping corallites that give it that unmistakable "dragonscale" texture no other coral replicates. Sourced from the pristine reefs of Australia, this piece carries the kind of provenance and visual complexity that separates a serious reef tank from the rest. The specimen shown displays striking purple pink tips over a teal green base, a color combination that makes it an immediate focal point in any saltwater aquarium.
Like all Spathulata morphs, this coral rewards patient, skilled aquarists with steady upward and lateral growth that over time becomes a showstopping table or branching colony. It thrives when given prime real estate — open water column, strong flow, and consistent parameters — and responds to quality care with vivid coloration and rapid encrusting at the base. This is the kind of addition that defines a build.
QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE
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Common Name: Aussie Acro Dragonscale Spathulata
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Current Size: Varies by available stock — contact us for current sizing
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Care Level: Advanced
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive (will sting neighboring corals; provide adequate spacing)
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Diet: Photosynthetic; benefits from broadcast feeding of amino acids and coral-specific micro-nutrients
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Reef Safe: Yes (with caution around adjacent corals)
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Water Conditions: 76–79°F, salinity 1.025–1.026, alkalinity 8–9 dKH, calcium 420–440 ppm, magnesium 1300–1350 ppm; high lighting and high flow required
WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?
Every Aussie Acro we offer at The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our systems until it is actively feeding and stable — so when it arrives in your reef tank, it's ready to thrive, not just survive.