Glossary
SPS
/S-P-S/
Small Polyp Stony coral. Acropora, Montipora, Pocillopora, Stylophora.
Fast-growing, intensely colorful, but chemistry-sensitive. Demand stable alkalinity, high PAR, high flow. The most-photographed and most-discussed coral group.
Recommended
SPS supplies: dip new frags, dose amino acids for color.
CoralRx Pro coral dip
Iodine-based dip. Kills AEFW, red bugs, flatworms.
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Bayer Advanced Complete Insect Killer (coral-safe)
Hobby off-label use as the gold-standard SPS dip.
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Two Little Fishies Acro Power
Amino acid + supplement targeted at Acropora growth.
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Brightwell AminoOmega amino acids
Coral color supplement, especially for SPS.
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