Aussie Bleeding Apple Scoly
Transform Your Tank with One of Reef-Keeping's Most Coveted Showpieces
Looking for a true centerpiece coral... The Aussie Bleeding Apple Scolymia is one of the most sought-after single-polyp corals in the reef hobby — and for good reason. Harvested from Australian waters under strict collection quotas, its deep crimson base bleeds outward into electric orange and cream, creating a high-contrast pattern that looks almost airbrushed. No two are identical, and availability is always limited.
Scolymia australis grows slowly and stays compact, making it ideal for prominent placement on open sandbed or low rockwork where it can fully expand its fleshy polyp. Despite its dramatic appearance, it has real personality — feeding visibly on meaty foods and inflating to impressive size under stable, moderate-light conditions. This is the kind of specimen long-term reef keepers come back to acquire again and again.
QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE
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Common Name:Aussie Bleeding Apple Scolymia
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Current Size:Approx. 2–4 inches (single polyp; contact us for exact sizing)
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Care Level:Moderate
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Temperament:Semi-aggressive (keep clear of neighboring corals; has sweeper tentacles)
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Diet:Target feed 1–2x per week with mysis shrimp, chopped silversides, or LPS pellets
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Reef Safe:Yes, with caution — provide adequate spacing from adjacent corals
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Water Conditions:Temp 76–79°F | Salinity 1.025–1.026 | pH 8.1–8.3 | Alk 8–9 dKH | Calc 400–450 ppm | Mag 1250–1350 ppm | Low to moderate flow | Low to moderate lighting (50–150 PAR)
WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?
Every Aussie Bleeding Apple Scoly we offer is ethically sourced through licensed Australian exporters, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our Miami facility until it is visibly healthy, expanded, and actively accepting target feedings before it ships. When you buy Scolymia online, sourcing and acclimation history matter — and at The Coral Boutique, that foundation is never compromised.
