Bali Green Slimer Acropora (Acropora yongei) — Premium Aquacultured Named SPS Coral
The Bali Green Slimer is one of the most iconic and widely recognized Acropora in the reef hobby. This legendary Acropora yongei earned its nickname from its prolific mucus production and blazing growth rate — a hallmark of a healthy, thriving specimen. Under quality reef lighting, the Bali Green Slimer radiates an intense neon green to lime coloration that lights up the upper reaches of any SPS system.
The Bali Green Slimer is the coral that converts intermediate reefers into SPS addicts. Its fast, rewarding growth and stunning coloration make it one of the best entry points into serious Acropora keeping — and a staple of every accomplished reef tank.
Why Reefers Love the Bali Green Slimer:
- Blazing growth rate — one of the fastest-growing Acropora in the hobby
- Intense neon green to lime coloration under blue-dominant reef lighting
- Prolific sliming is a sign of health — a hallmark of a happy Acropora
- Aquacultured for superior health, pest resistance, and tank acclimation
- An iconic hobby staple with decades of proven keeping history
Care Requirements:
- Lighting: High (250–400 PAR) — upper tank placement for best coloration and growth
- Flow: Strong, random turbulent flow — essential for Acropora health and slime removal
- Feeding: Primarily photosynthetic; benefits from amino acids and coral foods
- Placement: Upper rockwork — allow ample space, this coral grows fast
- Water Parameters: Alkalinity 8–9 dKH | Calcium 420–450 ppm | Magnesium 1350–1450 ppm | Nitrate <5 ppm | Phosphate <0.05 ppm
Care Level: Advanced
Temperament: Peaceful
Reef Safe: Yes
Growth Rate: Fast — one of the fastest-growing Acropora under stable, high-quality conditions
Each Bali Green Slimer frag is aquacultured at Reef Gurus and hand-selected for peak neon coloration and healthy branching. This is a WYSIWYG listing — the exact frag pictured is what you will receive.