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Coral Sea Spiny Brain Hard Coral Lobophyllia Sp

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Coral Sea Spiny Brain Hard Coral Lobophyllia SpCoral Sea Spiny Brain Hard Coral (Lobophyllia sp.)(Also known as Open Brain Coral, Lobo Coral, or Meat Coral) OverviewThe Coral Sea Spiny Brain Coral (Lobophyllia sp.) is a visually striking large polyp stony (LPS) coral, celebrated for its fleshy, lobed structure and vibrant colouration. Colonies form broad, meandering valleys and folds, often displaying intense shades of red, green, orange, blue, and purple, sometimes with contrasting fluorescent

Coral Sea Spiny Brain Hard Coral (Lobophyllia sp.)

(Also known as Open Brain Coral, Lobo Coral, or Meat Coral)

Overview

The Coral Sea Spiny Brain Coral (Lobophyllia sp.) is a visually striking large-polyp stony (LPS) coral, celebrated for its fleshy, lobed structure and vibrant colouration. Colonies form broad, meandering valleys and folds, often displaying intense shades of red, green, orange, blue, and purple, sometimes with contrasting fluorescent streaks or rings around each polyp. Its thick, fleshy tissue expands dramatically under gentle current, creating a bold, undulating appearance that makes it a standout feature coral in any reef display. Lobophyllia is hardy, photosynthetic, and moderately aggressive, making it suitable for aquarists with some LPS experience.

Origin

Native to the Coral Sea, Great Barrier Reef, Fiji, Tonga, and Indonesia. Found on shallow to mid-depth reef slopes and sandy ledges, typically in areas of moderate light and gentle water movement.

Feeding

The Spiny Brain Coral is photosynthetic, housing symbiotic zooxanthellae that provide much of its nutrition through photosynthesis. Regular supplemental feeding supports growth, colouration, and polyp health. Offer 1–2 feedings per week of:

  • Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, or finely chopped seafood
  • Marine snow or coral plankton blends
  • LPS-targeted coral foods

Feed in the evening or when tentacles are visible. Lobophyllia readily extends feeder tentacles and folds its tissue around food particles.

Lighting

Moderate lighting. Provide bright but indirect illumination using LED, T5, or metal halide systems.

  • PAR range: 100–200 ¬µmol/m¬≤/s
  • Too much direct light may cause bleaching or tissue retraction.
  • Blue-spectrum lighting accentuates its fluorescent tones.
Water Flow

Low to moderate, indirect flow. Gentle, variable current helps keep the coral clean and oxygenated while allowing its fleshy tissue to expand fully. Avoid strong or direct flow that could cause tearing or inhibit inflation.

Placement
  • Best placed on sandy substrate or lower rockwork where it can rest securely.
  • Avoid sharp or rough surfaces that may damage tissue.
  • Allow 10–15 cm (4–6 inches) of clearance from other corals due to its sweeper tentacles.
  • Once placed, avoid moving frequently, as its soft tissue can be easily torn from its skeleton.
Tank Mates

Reef safe with caution. Compatible with:

  • All peaceful, reef-safe fish (clownfish, gobies, tangs, wrasses, etc.)
  • Shrimp, snails, and hermit crabs
  • Other LPS and soft corals placed at a safe distance

Avoid:

  • Aggressive stinging corals (e.g., Galaxea, Euphyllia, Hydnophora) nearby
  • Butterflyfish, large angelfish, or puffers that may nip its fleshy tissue
Aggression

Moderately aggressive.Lobophyllia extends short sweeper tentacles at night to defend its territory and can sting nearby corals. Maintain generous spacing and use activated carbon filtration in mixed reef tanks.

Experience Level

Beginner to intermediate.Lobophyllia is a robust coral that tolerates moderate fluctuations in water conditions if parameters remain stable overall. A great LPS coral for aquarists looking to add colour and texture to a peaceful reef setup.

Water Parameters
  • Temperature: 24–27°C (75–81°F)
  • pH: 8.1–8.4
  • Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
  • Hardness (dKH): 8–12
  • Calcium: 400–450 ppm
  • Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm
  • Nitrate: <10 ppm
  • Tank Size: Minimum 75 gallons (280L) for stability and sufficient space

Stable alkalinity and calcium levels are essential for skeletal growth and long-term health.

Reef Compatibility

Reef safe with caution. The Coral Sea Spiny Brain Coral is a hardy and vividly coloured show coral that adds depth and texture to LPS and mixed reef aquariums. With its fleshy folds, intricate structure, and rich colour palette, it makes an excellent sandbed or lower-rock display coral under soft, blue illumination.

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Cindy
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★★★★★ 5
Bigger than expected, but my pup enjoys it
Color: Green Bird
This toy has been a great surprise for my dog. The green bird design is cute, but more importantly it’s actually held up really well to her throwing it around and chewing. The material feels sturdy, and the stitching has stayed intact even after lots of chewing, tugging, and carrying it around all day. It's bigger than I expected, but that hasn't deterred my Chihuahua. As a 2-1/2 year old with plenty of energy, she is definitely getting lots of use out of it! What I like most is that it keeps my dog engaged — the squeaker grabs attention right away, and it’s perfect for interactive play like tug-of-war. It’s soft enough to be a comfort toy but durable enough to handle rough play, which is hard to find. Overall, a fun and well-made toy that keeps my pup entertained and has lasted longer than many other dog toys I’ve tried. Definitely a good choice for dogs that love to chew and play hard.
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Jamie Betts
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 1
Not Meant For Aggressive Chewers
Color: Brown Bird
Lasted 5 minutes. Definitely not for the aggressive chewers.
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Taylor
Belleville, US
★★★★★ 5
Strong toy
Color: Gray Bird
My dogs absolutely love this toy! I must get more. They are rly durable and I’d recommend this toy to others.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2026
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Rob Kujovich
Lowell, US
★★★★★ 4
The toys body is very durable, but the squeakers were broken within minutes without tearing it apart
Color: Green Bird
This is a squeaky dog toy that was supposedly very durable. I have to say that the squeakers are not durable and were immediately destroyed by my husky. The actual body of the toy is very durable and they were not able to rip it apart. They were able to destroy the squeakers without damaging the actual exterior of this toy. The toy itself is pretty soft except where it’s made of rope. Since it didn’t have any stuffing come out I will say that it was durable enough for chewing. This would be suitable for large larger dogs and even smaller dogs. I do feel this is a good value for the money because they were not able to rip it apart. I just wish the squeakers were more durable inside because there’s no way to replace those.
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Darin Kelly
Belleville, US
★★★★★ 5
Our dogs new favorite toy
Color: Green Bird, Color: Green Bird
Our golden doodle loves this toy. He isn't a highly aggressive chewer necessarily, but he has been known to destroy toys by chewing on them and such. This one, so far, has lasted over a month or so. It has turned out to be his go to toy when he's wanting to play with one. The squeaker isn't that loud and it's not that easy to find. I like that legs are rope material and makes it good for tug of war, which Max loves to do. The material is pretty sturdy and it is a good weight. Sometimes when the toys are too heavy Max won't catch them in the air, this one he catches in the air just fine. It's very cute and I think it will hold up just fine to our Max's level of chewing. I felt the price was quite reasonable considering how much he likes it.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2026

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