Cali Tort Acropora (Acropora tortuosa) — Premium Aquacultured SPS Coral
The California Tort, or Cali Tort, is one of the most legendary and recognizable Acropora in the reef hobby. Originally collected off the California coast and propagated by dedicated SPS enthusiasts for decades, this iconic coral is prized for its vivid blue-green coloration, contrasting white or yellow polyps, and distinctive tabling to branching growth form. A Cali Tort in full color under quality reef lighting is a showstopper — and a milestone for any serious SPS keeper.
Owning a Cali Tort is a rite of passage in the reef hobby. Watch it table outward under your blues, its polyps waving in the flow like a miniature coral reef ecosystem thriving right in your tank.
Why Reefers Covet the Cali Tort:
- Iconic named Acropora with decades of hobby history and strong collector demand
- Stunning blue-green base with contrasting polyp coloration
- Tabling to branching growth creates dramatic aquascape structure
- Aquacultured for superior health, acclimation, and sustainability
- High resale and trade value — a staple of any premium SPS collection
Care Requirements:
- Lighting: High (200–350 PAR) — upper tank placement recommended
- Flow: Strong, random turbulent flow — Acropora thrive with high water movement
- Feeding: Primarily photosynthetic; benefits from amino acids and coral foods
- Placement: Upper rockwork — allow space for tabling growth
- 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: Moderate — steady tabling growth under stable, high-quality conditions
Each Cali Tort frag is aquacultured at Reef Gurus and hand-selected for vibrant coloration and polyp extension. This is a WYSIWYG listing — the exact frag pictured is what you will receive.