WWC Skittle Bomb Cyphastrea

WWC Skittle Bomb Cyphastrea Frag

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Overview

The WWC Skittle Bomb Cyphastrea is a collector’s dream coral, originally popularized by Worldwide Corals (WWC). It’s a variety of Cyphastrea known for its vivid, multi-colored polyp display that resembles a handful of rainbow Skittles scattered across a coral base. With its hardy nature and encrusting growth pattern, this frag is an excellent choice for both beginners and advanced reefers looking to add serious pop to their reef.

 

Appearance

• Base Color: Deep purplish to green background, depending on lighting.

• Polyp Colors: Neon orange, yellow, green, and red polyps scattered across the surface.

• Growth Form: Encrusting coral that spreads over rockwork or frag plugs.

• Texture: Small polyps with a “bumpy” surface that give it a glittering, candy-like look.

 

Temperament & Behavior

• Aggression Level: Peaceful – does not extend long sweeper tentacles.

• Behavior Patterns: Will steadily encrust any surface it’s placed on, but grows slowly compared to other encrusting corals.

 

Tank Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: 10+ gallons (frag-friendly, nano compatible).

• Placement: Mid to lower rockwork, shaded or partially shaded spots often bring out the best coloration.

• Flow: Moderate, indirect flow preferred – too much can cause tissue recession.

• Lighting: Low to moderate PAR (50–150). Too much light can cause bleaching; thrives under blue LED spectrum.

 

Diet & Feeding

• Feeding Needs: Primarily photosynthetic via zooxanthellae.

• Supplemental Foods: Fine particulate foods like Reef Roids, powdered plankton, or broadcast coral feeds.

• Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times per week; polyps will capture tiny suspended foods.

 

Reef Compatibility

• Reef Safe: Yes, completely peaceful.

• Tank Role: Adds incredible contrast and color variety to reef displays, especially in mixed LPS/SPS setups.

 

Compatibility

• Tank Mates: Safe with all fish, shrimp, snails, and inverts.

• Coral Neighbors: Perfect for crowded reefs – can be placed near other encrusting or plating corals without major risk.

 

Care Level

• Difficulty: Easy – excellent coral for beginners.

• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate; steady encruster over time.

• Hardiness: Very hardy and resilient to fluctuations once established.

 

Water Parameters (Ideal Range)

• Temperature: 75–80°F (24–27°C)

• pH: 8.1–8.4

• Salinity: 1.024–1.026

• Alkalinity: 8–9.5 dKH

• Calcium: 420–450 ppm

• Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm

• Nitrates: 2–10 ppm

• Phosphates: 0.02–0.08 ppm

 

Propagation

• Method: Fragging is done by cutting encrusted pieces from rock or plug using bone cutters or a coral saw.

• Healing Time: Heals relatively quickly with stable conditions and moderate flow.

 

🌟 Fun Facts About WWC Skittle Bomb Cyphastrea

• Candy-Inspired Name: Its colorful polyp spread looks like someone “spilled Skittles” on your reef.

• Beginner-Friendly Gem: One of the easiest collector corals to keep, making it popular among new reefers.

• Chameleon Effect: The coral’s base can shift from deep purple to green depending on lighting intensity and spectrum, making every tank’s frag unique.

 

✅ Summary:
The WWC Skittle Bomb Cyphastrea Frag is a hardy, beginner-friendly, and visually stunning coral. Its rainbow-like polyp display adds unmatched color variety to reef aquariums, while its peaceful nature makes it one of the most versatile collector corals available.