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Yo, Brain Corals dig low to medium flow, bro. Stick 'em mid-tank where the light's not too harsh. Mine's chillin' under T5s, no probs. Watch out for aggressive tankmates though, they'll mess with it.


Agreed. Mid-tank is ideal. I've found they also do well with a bit of shade from overhanging ...

I've kept Brain Corals for years. They thrive in moderate light and flow, but avoid direct high flow areas. Place them on a flat rock where they can expand without touching other corals. Water params should be stable, especially calcium and alkalinity.

Also, what's your magnesium level? Low mag can slow growth even if everything else is perfect. Aim for 1350–1400 ppm if you're not already there.

Blastomussa can be slow growers, especially if they're not getting enough nutrients. What's your nitrate level? They prefer 5–10 ppm. Also, try feeding them directly with mysis or reef roids. I've seen mine respond well to target feeding twice a week.


Agree with this. Mine didn't grow until I ...