Why is my Scroll Coral losing tissue in the centre?

This is typically caused by detritus settling in the central cup or folds of the coral. Ensure you have moderate to strong, turbulent water flow across the colony to keep it swept clean.

Does Turbinaria need target feeding?

They do not strictly require it if your tank is well-lit and well-established, but they heavily benefit from regular target feedings with microplankton or coral snow, which speeds up growth and improves colouration.

Is Turbinaria an SPS or LPS coral?

They are technically classified as Small Polyp Stony (SPS) corals, though species like Turbinaria peltata have quite large, fleshy polyps that blur the line into LPS territory in the hobby.

How much light does a Pagoda Coral need?

Moderate lighting (PAR 100-200) is ideal. Too much direct, intense light can bleach them, while too little will result in a brown hue and lack of growth.

Why are the polyps on my Scroll Coral not extending?

Polyp retraction can be caused by sudden fluctuations in alkalinity, flow that is too direct and harsh, or fish and invertebrates picking at the fleshy tissue.

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Scroll Coral

Turbinaria spp.

Turbinaria is a diverse genus of heavily calcifying stony corals, famous for their convoluted, scroll-like formations and hardiness in the home reef aquarium.

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Ideal Conditions

Temperature: 24 – 27 °C
pH range: 8.1 – 8.4
Hardness: 8 – 12 dGH
Salinity: 1.023 – 1.026 SG
Adult size: 10 – 50 cm
Min. volume: 100 litres+
Lifespan: 10 – 50 years
Diet: Photosynthetic / Zooplankton
Water flow: Moderate to strong

About the Scroll Coral

Commonly known as Scroll, Cup, or Pagoda Corals, Turbinaria belong to the family Dendrophylliidae. Their growth forms are highly adaptable, varying from broad, plate-like tiers to tightly wound, vase-like structures, depending largely on ambient light and water flow conditions. Most species feature distinctive, widely spaced polyps that extend into the water column to capture particulate matter. They add spectacular architectural interest to a reef display.

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Where Scroll Coral comes from

Native range

Indo-Pacific, Red Sea

Countries / regions

Australia, Indonesia, Fiji, Philippines

Habitat

Shallow reef slopes, rocky foreshores, and turbid reef environments.

Widely distributed across tropical and subtropical Indo-Pacific reefs.

Similar species

Montipora Cap
Montipora capricornis
Chalice Coral
Echinopora spp.

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Compatible tank mates

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Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
Completely reef-safe and peacefully coexists without bothering the coral's polyps.
Great
Yellow Tang
Zebrasoma flavescens
An active herbivore that keeps nuisance algae off the surrounding rockwork, benefiting the coral.
Great
Trochus Snail
Trochus spp.
Excellent clean-up crew that gently grazes algae around the coral's base without harming its tissue.
Great
Emerald Crab
Mithraculus sculptus
Generally reef-safe and great for bubble algae, but may occasionally pick at fleshy polyps if underfed.
Compatible with caution
Raccoon Butterflyfish
Chaetodon lunula
A known corallivore that will actively graze on and severely damage the coral's polyps.
Not recommended

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