Odd coral question

[ThunderGoose]

I've been browsing through pictures of other members tanks for inspiration and I keep seeing corals I like that aren't identified. Can anyone help me identify the type of coral that looks like a shelf sticking off the rocks (similar to shelf fungus)? There are three in this image - one right under a powerhead, one to the far right. Image from dwebb1031 posted under full tank shot thread.

Thanks!

 

[Mike_J]

These are plating montipora capricornis.

 

[ThunderGoose]

These are plating montipora capricornis.

Wow, that was fast! Thanks!

 

[rvlcf]

Those are called Montipora. There are many different types. Most people refer to them as Monti caps.

 

[tripdad]

Just FYI..... They grow relatively fast in good conditions and can shade other corals below, so maybe put it down low. Also they will change growth pattern a lot depending on flow, from flat to almost vertical in really high flow. A cool coral.

 

[ThunderGoose]

Ok. Now I have something to save a space for. I'm too much of a newbie, and my tank is to new, to consider an SPS now.

I keep hearing that patience is important in reef keeping

 

[Chefbill]

Monti caps are among the easiest SPS, and can be had for cheap usually. They do grows fast and are pretty fragile so they get fragged often. I say try it, assuming you get ahold of a cheap frag. Check for local reef clubs or even individuals.

 

[ThunderGoose]

Great. I do have a (relatively) local reef club I'll be checking out.