Montiopora Coral (SPS)

Montipora are arguably the second most popular small polyp stony coral behind Acropora. They are diverse in color and come in a multitude of growth forms. A hobbyist can find plating, encrusting, or branching varieties of Montipora in just about any texture or color. Montipora also tend to be easier to care for than Acropora making them more appealing to beginner hobbyists looking to try SPS for the first time.