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Ultra Blood Orange Red Scoly (Homophyllia australis) – Premium LPS Centerpiece

$249.99

Only 1 available — one-of-one. The photo is the exact coral you receive.

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Ships UPS Overnight — Tuesdays & Wednesdays. Free shipping over $399.

Ultra-grade Scoly featuring deep blood-red and volcanic orange radiating from a dramatic purple-toned center. A true crown jewel of the LPS world.

1 in stock

Packing and shipping are charged per box, not per coral. The $15 packing fee covers the insulated box, heat or ice packs and the time it takes to pack live coral safely; overnight UPS is the carrier cost of getting it out of Key West alive. A box typically holds around five small frags, so adding compatible corals to the same shipment usually will not add another packing or shipping charge. Larger colonies, species that cannot share water, or extreme weather can require a second box. Orders over $399 ship free.

Florida: $30 overnight livestock shipping. Qualifying Florida livestock orders under 6 lb ship overnight for a flat $30, plus the $15 packing fee. Heavier or mixed shipments use our standard overnight rate, and orders over $399 ship free either way.

Livestock ships to the continental US. Alaska needs a shipping quote before you order, and we cannot ship coral to Hawaii — get in touch first.

SKU: SCO-BLOODORANGE-001
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Description

The classic Scolymia starburst pattern is on full display here — bold, saturated, and absolutely commanding in any reef setting.

Scolymia are widely regarded as the crown jewels of the LPS world, and this one earns that title without question. A large, fully mature single polyp specimen with exceptional color depth and a commanding presence — the kind of piece that anchors an entire reef build and never stops turning heads. Easy to keep, forgiving of moderate conditions, and stunning under any reef lighting — the Scoly is the perfect centerpiece for both beginner and experienced reefers alike.

Care Requirements:

  • Care level: Easy to Moderate
  • Lighting: 100–200 PAR
  • Flow: Low to moderate, indirect flow preferred
  • Placement: Lower tank, sandbed preferred
  • Feeding: Benefits from target feeding meaty foods (mysis, silversides) 1-2x weekly
  • Water parameters: Stable reef parameters (Ca 380-450, Alk 8-12 dKH, Mg 1250-1350)
  • Note: Sweeper tentacles can extend at night — allow adequate space between neighboring corals

Shipping:All livestock is shipped via UPS Overnight on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to ensure optimal arrival conditions.

:We guarantee live arrival on all livestock shipments. Please follow our acclimation instructions upon arrival to ensure the best possible outcome for your new coral.

Care Guide
Scolymia (now often classified as Homophyllia or Micromussa) is a solitary, highly collectible LPS prized for its large, fleshy disc and dramatic coloration. It does best under low, indirect lighting and gentle flow, and responds very well to occasional feeding of meaty foods.

Water Flow: Low
Lighting: Low
Feeding: High

Placement: Sandbed or lower rockwork, sheltered from direct flow.

CARE INFORMATION
Lighting Low–Medium — PAR 50–150
Flow Low–Moderate
Feeding High — meaty foods 2–3× weekly
Placement Sandbed or lower rockwork
Care level Beginner–Intermediate
Water parameters Salinity 1.025–1.026 · Temp 76–78°F · Alk 8–9 dKH · Ca 420–440 · Mg 1300–1400

Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee

  • UPS Overnight, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. We hold the box if the weather at either end puts the animals at risk.
  • Free shipping on livestock orders over $399 — WYSIWYG included. Under $399 ships overnight at $50. Box & handling $15.
  • Live arrival guaranteed. Photograph the animal in the sealed, unopened bag and send it to us within 4 hours of the delivery scan.
  • Approved claims are resolved with a replacement or store credit. We do not issue cash refunds on livestock.
  • Coverage is for condition on arrival and ends at acclimation.

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Additional information

Weight 32 oz
Dimensions 8 × 8 × 7 in

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