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LPS vs SPS vs Soft Corals: Which Fits Your Tank?

 LPS vs SPS vs Soft Corals: Which Fits Your Tank?

Coral keeping often starts with a simple question: which coral type is right for my tank—LPS, SPS, or soft corals? While all three groups can thrive in reef aquariums, they differ sharply in lighting needs, water-flow preferences, feeding behavior, and tolerance for day-to-day swings in water quality.

In practice, your best choice is the one your tank can support consistently. If your system runs stable temperature, salinity, and nutrients (and you can maintain ... Read more »

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