{"product_id":"tri-colour-acan","title":"Lesser Tri Colour Acan Echinata","description":"\u003ch1 data-end=\"46\" data-start=\"5\"\u003eLesser Tri Colour Acan Echinata Coral\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"449\" data-start=\"76\"\u003eThe Lesser Tri Colour Acan Echinata offers classic Acan appeal with attractive multi-tone colouration in a more understated, reef-friendly presentation. Featuring a blend of complementary hues across fleshy, well-defined polyps, this coral provides excellent visual interest without overwhelming surrounding pieces — ideal for balanced mixed reefs or LPS-dominant displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"621\" data-start=\"451\"\u003eReliable, hardy, and highly responsive to feeding, Lesser Tri Colour Acan Echinata is a solid choice for reef keepers who appreciate layered colour and dependable growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"626\" data-start=\"623\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"665\" data-start=\"628\"\u003eNatural Habitat \u0026amp; Distribution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"766\" data-start=\"667\"\u003eAcan Echinata corals originate from the Indo-Pacific region, with natural populations found across:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"768\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"781\" data-start=\"768\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"781\" data-start=\"770\"\u003eIndonesia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"816\" data-start=\"782\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"816\" data-start=\"784\"\u003eAustralia’s Great Barrier Reef\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"837\" data-start=\"817\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"837\" data-start=\"819\"\u003ePapua New Guinea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"838\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"840\"\u003eFiji and surrounding Pacific islands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1009\" data-start=\"880\"\u003eIn the wild, they are commonly found on reef slopes and lower reef zones where lighting is moderate and water movement is gentle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1014\" data-start=\"1011\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1034\" data-start=\"1016\"\u003eA Brief History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1372\" data-start=\"1036\"\u003eAcan corals have been long-standing favourites in the reef hobby due to their bold polyp structure, strong feeding response, and manageable care requirements. Multi-colour varieties, including tri-colour morphs, became especially popular as aquarists sought corals that offered depth and variation rather than single-tone colour blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1497\" data-start=\"1374\"\u003e“Lesser” tri-colour varieties remain popular for their consistency and value while still delivering classic Acan character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1502\" data-start=\"1499\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1530\" data-start=\"1504\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1621\" data-start=\"1532\"\u003eClassified as an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral, Lesser Tri Colour Acan Echinata features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1826\" data-start=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1625\"\u003eMultiple complementary colour tones across each polyp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1736\" data-start=\"1681\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1736\" data-start=\"1683\"\u003eThick, fleshy tissue with clear skeletal definition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1792\" data-start=\"1737\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1792\" data-start=\"1739\"\u003eSubtle to moderate fluorescence under blue lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1826\" data-start=\"1793\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1826\" data-start=\"1795\"\u003eCompact, mound-forming growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1908\" data-start=\"1828\"\u003eGrowth is moderate, with new polyps developing steadily under stable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1913\" data-start=\"1910\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1942\" data-start=\"1915\"\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Lighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2003\" data-start=\"1944\"\u003eAcan Echinata prefer lower to moderate lighting conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2155\" data-start=\"2005\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2033\" data-start=\"2005\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2033\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2020\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low–Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2087\" data-start=\"2034\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2087\" data-start=\"2036\"\u003eBest placed on the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2085\" data-start=\"2055\"\u003esand bed or lower rockwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2155\" data-start=\"2088\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2155\" data-start=\"2090\"\u003eExcessive lighting may cause colour fading or reduced expansion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2215\" data-start=\"2157\"\u003eLight acclimation is recommended when adjusting placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2220\" data-start=\"2217\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2242\" data-start=\"2222\"\u003eFlow Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2287\" data-start=\"2244\"\u003eProvide \u003cstrong data-end=\"2286\" data-start=\"2252\"\u003elow to moderate, indirect flow\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2402\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2339\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2339\" data-start=\"2291\"\u003eEnough movement to keep detritus from settling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2402\" data-start=\"2340\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2402\" data-start=\"2342\"\u003eAvoid strong or direct flow which can damage fleshy tissue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2449\" data-start=\"2404\"\u003eA gentle, consistent flow pattern works best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2454\" data-start=\"2451\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2474\" data-start=\"2456\"\u003eWater Chemistry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2536\" data-start=\"2476\"\u003eStable water parameters are essential for long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2568\" data-start=\"2538\"\u003eMaintain consistent levels of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2620\" data-start=\"2570\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2588\" data-start=\"2570\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2588\" data-start=\"2572\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2586\" data-start=\"2572\"\u003eAlkalinity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2604\" data-start=\"2589\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2604\" data-start=\"2591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2602\" data-start=\"2591\"\u003eCalcium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2620\" data-start=\"2605\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2620\" data-start=\"2607\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2620\" data-start=\"2607\"\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2735\" data-start=\"2622\"\u003eAcan Echinata perform best in systems with low to moderate nutrients rather than ultra-low nutrient environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2740\" data-start=\"2737\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2752\" data-start=\"2742\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2836\" data-start=\"2754\"\u003eAcan corals are excellent feeders and benefit greatly from regular target feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2932\" data-start=\"2838\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2885\" data-start=\"2838\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2885\" data-start=\"2840\"\u003eMysis shrimp, brine shrimp, chopped seafood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2932\" data-start=\"2886\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2932\" data-start=\"2888\"\u003eLPS pellets and coral-specific meaty foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3029\" data-start=\"2934\"\u003eFeed 1–2 times per week when feeding tentacles are visible, ideally during lower light periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3034\" data-start=\"3031\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3064\" data-start=\"3036\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Spacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3135\" data-start=\"3066\"\u003eAcan Echinata are \u003cstrong data-end=\"3103\" data-start=\"3084\"\u003esemi-aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e and possess a noticeable sting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3263\" data-start=\"3137\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3177\" data-start=\"3137\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3177\" data-start=\"3139\"\u003eAllow space from neighbouring corals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3219\" data-start=\"3178\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3219\" data-start=\"3180\"\u003eAvoid placement near delicate species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3263\" data-start=\"3220\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3263\" data-start=\"3222\"\u003eEnsure tissue does not contact rockwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3268\" data-start=\"3265\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3306\" data-start=\"3270\"\u003eFrag Size \u0026amp; Natural Variation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3474\" data-start=\"3308\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3379\" data-start=\"3308\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3379\" data-start=\"3310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3324\" data-start=\"3310\"\u003eFrag size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically multi-polyp frag (unless otherwise stated)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3474\" data-start=\"3380\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3474\" data-start=\"3382\"\u003eColour balance and intensity may vary depending on lighting, nutrients, and tank conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3479\" data-start=\"3476\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3496\" data-start=\"3481\"\u003eCare Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3617\" data-start=\"3498\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3526\" data-start=\"3498\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3526\" data-start=\"3500\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3515\" data-start=\"3500\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3551\" data-start=\"3527\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3551\" data-start=\"3529\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3538\" data-start=\"3529\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low–Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3580\" data-start=\"3552\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3580\" data-start=\"3554\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3567\" data-start=\"3554\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low–Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3617\" data-start=\"3581\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3617\" data-start=\"3583\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3599\" data-start=\"3583\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ReefGro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56642578121087,"sku":"RG-LPS-ACE-LTC-014","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/9708\/2495\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_fe1c8602-2dbf-4f8e-a0ec-05fbd751389d.jpg?v=1780221885","url":"https:\/\/reefgro-2.myshopify.com\/products\/tri-colour-acan","provider":"ReefGro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}