Ultra Bright Blastomussa Colony
Typical needs for this coral type. Ask us if you're unsure.
Transform Your Tank with Bold, Living Color That Pops
Looking for a show-stopping LPS centerpiece... The Ultra Bright Blastomussa Colony is one of the most visually striking corals available to hobbyists today. With vivid, contrasting polyp colors — think electric greens, deep reds, and radiant pinks — no two colonies are identical, making each piece a genuine one-of-a-kind acquisition. In a crowded reef tank, a quality Blasto colony commands attention without saying a word.
Blastomussa wellsi colonies grow steadily through budding, expanding their polyp count over time to create a dense, lush mound of color that only improves with age. They're an excellent choice for intermediate aquarists — happiest in low flow and tolerant of a range of lighting conditions, and deeply satisfying to watch as they inflate and open each evening. Feed them regularly and they'll reward you with accelerated growth and increasingly vivid coloration.
QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE
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Common Name: Ultra Bright Blastomussa / Blasto Colony
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Current Size: Colony (exact size varies — contact us for current stock photos)
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Care Level: Easy to Moderate
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Temperament: Semi-Aggressive (use adequate spacing; sweeper tentacles extend at night)
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Diet: Photosynthetic; benefits from target feeding meaty foods (mysis, reef roids) 1–2x per week
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Reef Safe: Yes, with caution regarding placement near neighbors
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Water Conditions: Temp 76–80°F | Salinity 1.025–1.026 | pH 8.1–8.3 | dKH 8–10 | Ca 400–450 ppm | Mg 1250–1350 ppm | Low flow | Moderate PAR (50–150)
WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?
Every Blastomussa colony available at The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, quarantined, and fully conditioned in our Miami facility before it ever ships to your saltwater aquarium — so you receive a healthy, acclimated specimen ready to settle in and thrive from day one.