Kermit the Frog Tort Acropora|Small&Small/Medium

Kermit the Frog Tort Acropora: The Neon Green Tortuosa The Kermit the Frog Tort Acropora (Acropora species, often considered a vibrant green color morph of A. tortuosa) is a popular and striking Small Polyp Stony (SPS) coral in the collector market. This strain is famously named for its intense, uniform neon or lime-green coloration that covers the entire coral body, contrasting sharply with the slightly lighter or sometimes pinkish growth tips. The “Tort” in the name refers to its typical growth pattern: a twisting, winding, or staghorn branching morphology. The highly saturated green color of the Kermit the Frog Tort is heavily dependent on specific fluorescent pigments, which require high-intensity lighting (emphasizing the blue spectrum) and stable, low-nutrient water chemistry to fully develop and maintain. As a highly sensitive branching Acropora, this coral is designated for the Advanced to Expert hobbyist. It requires meticulous attention to stable parameters, especially alkalinity, and a mature, established reef system to prevent browning or rapid tissue loss (RTN/STN) from stress. Diet & Compatibility: Diet: This coral is primarily Photosynthetic. It relies heavily on energy produced by its symbiotic zooxanthellae algae, thriving under strong light intensity. Feeding: Supplemental feeding is highly beneficial for supporting dense growth. Target feed the polyps 2-3 times per week with high-quality, fine particulate foods, such as amino acid solutions, cyclops, or commercial coral powders. Monitoring nutrient levels is key, as high nutrients can dull the green color. Reef Compatibility: It is Reef Safe but fiercely Territorial. Like all Acropora species, it is chemically and physically aggressive. It requires ample space, ideally 6 inches or more of clearance from all neighboring corals to prevent stinging damage. Temperament: Peaceful toward fish and motile invertebrates, but Highly Aggressive/Territorial toward other corals. It should be positioned in the highest-light region of the aquarium and exposed to strong, chaotic water flow. Water Requirements: Requires extreme stability. The tank must be mature with low nutrient levels (Nitrate Quick Facts Scientific Name: Acropora sp. (Likely a variant of A. tortuosa) Primary Common Name: Kermit the Frog Tort Acropora Other Common Names: Kermit Tort, Neon Green Tort, Green Tortuosa Origin: Cultured/Maricultured (Originals from the Indo-Pacific) Max Size: Can grow into large, intricate colonies (10-15 inches) Temperament: Peaceful (Aggressive/Territorial toward other corals) Diet: Photosynthetic (Zooxanthellate; benefits from plankton/aminos) Minimum Tank Size: 75 Gallons (Established, dedicated SPS reef) Reef Compatibility: Yes, but requires expert-level spacing and stability. Care Level: Advanced / Expert Reviews There are no reviews yet. Be the first to review “Kermit the Frog Tort Acropora|Small&Small/Medium” Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Your rating * Rate… Perfect Good Average Not that bad Very poor Your review *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.