RR The Vinh Acropora

RR The Vinh Acropora: Care Guide for a Standout SPS Coral

RR The Vinh Acropora is a highly sought-after SPS coral thanks to its intense coloration, fast growth, and striking branching structure. For reef aquarists who love high-energy, colorful displays, this coral can become a true centerpiece when given the right conditions.

Identification and Coloration of RR The Vinh Acropora

RR The Vinh Acropora is known for its vibrant combination of green, yellow, and blue tones, often with contrasting polyps that glow under strong actinic lighting. The coral typically forms dense, upward-reaching branches that create a dramatic, three-dimensional look in the reef tank.

Key visual traits include:

  • Bright, saturated colors that respond well to blue-heavy LED spectrums
  • Compact, table-like or bushy growth with multiple branch tips
  • Fine, tightly spaced corallites typical of many Acropora species

Healthy RR The Vinh Acropora will show strong polyp extension during stable conditions and subtle color shifts as lighting and nutrients are fine-tuned.

Ideal Tank Conditions for RR The Vinh Acropora

Like most SPS, RR The Vinh Acropora thrives in clean, stable, and well-oxygenated water. It is best suited for established reef systems with mature biological filtration and consistent maintenance routines.

Recommended Water Parameters

  • Temperature: 76–78°F (24–26°C)
  • Salinity: 1.025–1.026 specific gravity
  • Alkalinity: 8–9 dKH (stable)
  • Calcium: 420–450 ppm
  • Magnesium: 1300–1400 ppm
  • Nitrate: 2–10 ppm
  • Phosphate: 0.02–0.08 ppm

Lighting and Flow

RR The Vinh Acropora prefers high light and strong, turbulent flow. Insufficient PAR or stagnant areas can lead to dull colors and poor growth.

  • Lighting: High PAR (250–400) under quality LEDs, T5s, or metal halides
  • Placement: Upper third of the aquascape, away from shading
  • Flow: Strong, randomized flow from multiple sources to prevent dead spots

Care Tips and Placement Strategies

With the right approach, RR The Vinh Acropora can reward you with rapid encrusting and branching growth. Focus on consistency rather than chasing perfect numbers.

Practical Tips for Success

  • Acclimate to strong light slowly to avoid bleaching.
  • Maintain stable alkalinity; rapid swings are a common cause of tissue loss.
  • Use a dosing system or calcium reactor to keep calcium and alkalinity steady.
  • Provide good export (skimming, refugium, or media) while avoiding ultra-low nutrients.
  • Inspect regularly for pests such as Acropora-eating flatworms and red bugs.

For more SPS care ideas, see our guide on SPS coral care basics. If you’re planning a full high-energy reef, our article on high light reef tank setup offers additional lighting and flow strategies. You can also explore our Acropora coral guide for species comparisons and placement tips.

When dialed in, RR The Vinh Acropora delivers bold color, fast growth, and an unmistakable SPS look that elevates any advanced reef aquarium.