Five Popular Low Light Corals for My Reef Tank in Connecticut

If you have a reef tank in Connecticut with low light or are looking for corals that don’t require intense lighting, here are five popular low-light corals that are great for beginners and experienced reef keepers alike. You can contact us today at (203) 690-1995 to schedule a consultation or stop by our shop located at 1556 Barnum Ave Suite 3, Bridgeport, CT

Mushroom Corals (Discosoma, Rhodactis, Ricordea) in Connecticut

• Mushroom Corals are extremely hardy, tolerate low light and flow.

• Placement: Bottom to mid-level.

• Care Level: Easy—can thrive in various conditions.

• Colors/Varieties: Bright greens, reds, blues, purples, and even fluorescent shades.
  

Zoanthids & Palythoas (Zoas & Palys) in Connecticut

• Zoas Corals Thrive in low to moderate light, grow quickly.

• Placement: Low to mid areas in the tank.

• Care Level: Easy—can adapt to different lighting and flow.

• Colors/Varieties: A wide range, including neon, metallic, and rainbow patterns.
  

Green Star Polyps (GSP)

• Why? Hardy and fast-growing, tolerate low to moderate light.

• Placement: Lower rockwork or substrate, spreads easily.

• Care Level: Easy—requires moderate flow to prevent overgrowth.

• Colors/Varieties: Bright neon green, sometimes with a waving grass-like appearance.
  

Toadstool Leather Coral (Sarcophyton sp.)

• Why? Very adaptable, thrives in low light, and adds movement to the tank.

• Placement: Low to mid areas in the tank.

• Care Level: Easy—low maintenance and hardy.

• Colors/Varieties: Typically tan, beige, or greenish hues with long flowing polyps.
  

Kenya Tree Coral (Capnella sp.)

• Why? Almost indestructible, grows well under low light.

• Placement: Low to mid areas, spreads naturally.

• Care Level: Easy—low maintenance and very forgiving.

• Colors/Varieties: Light brown, pinkish, or tan.
  

These corals are perfect for tanks with lower light setups, such as those with LED strips or lower-wattage T5s. They also work well in nano reefs and beginner tanks. Are you setting up a low-light reef and are seeking corals or do you already have one? View our vast inventory in our online shop.

You can contact us today at (203) 690-1995 to schedule a consultation or stop by our shop located at 1556 Barnum Ave Suite 3, Bridgeport, CT