SPS Koraal - alles over SPS koralen zoals Acropora, montipora, Seriatopora - Alles wat je moet weten

Keeping SPS corals isn't a matter of luck, but of knowledge, stability, and discipline. In this episode of Frits Kuiper TV, Finn takes you into the world of advanced corals, focusing on SPS corals like Acropora, but also Montipora, Seriatopora, Stylophora, and Pocillopora. These are corals that are unforgiving and immediately reveal whether your system is working properly. In this video, we explain why stability is more important than perfect water parameters, how to maintain consistent values ​​week after week, and why fluctuations in KH, calcium, and magnesium are detrimental to SPS corals. Finn delves deeper into the underlying water chemistry, so you not only know what to do but, more importantly, understand why something happens in your marine aquarium. We also address a problem that is often underestimated: ammonia (NH₃). Even in seemingly stable aquariums, ammonia can cause damage, partly because this level is often not measured. Many aquarists rely on test strips or quick water tests, but these miss crucial information. This video explains why this poses risks to SPS corals and how to prevent it. Finni also discusses the use of ICP tests as a second opinion, not as a management tool, and why choosing a reliable sea salt and sticking to it consistently is essential for long-term success with SPS. No quick fixes or panic fixes, but calm, insight, and repetition. This video is intended for advanced marine aquarists and for aquarists who are serious about SPS and want to understand why things sometimes go wrong. SPS corals are not decorations, but a direct reflection of your system. If everything is correct, they will reward you with unparalleled color and growth. Do you have questions about SPS corals, water parameters, ICP results, or the stability of your marine aquarium? Leave them in the comments or contact us on social media. Chapters 0:29:00 Intro 01:00 Corals Turn White 01:57 What is SPS Coral? 02:23 What Does an SPS Coral Need? 02:40 Why is KH Important for SPS Coral? 04:09 What Is Stability in Your Marine Aquarium? 05:35 First Check Water Parameters, Then Add Coral 06:25 Problems with SPS Corals 06:43 Acropora Turns White 07:24 SPS Coral Doesn't Grow 07:49 SPS Coral Turns Brown 08:51 SPS Coral Loses Pieces 09:52 ICP Test Marine Aquarium 12:40 Can SPS Corals Live with Fish? #SPScorals #Acropora #Marine Aquarium #SPSaquarium #Reef Aquarium #Water Chemistry #KH Calcium Magnesium #ICP Test #Ammonia #Advanced Aquarists #FritsKuiperTV Come and visit our webshop: http://fritskuiper.nl FACEBOOK   / fritskuipergron   INSTAGRAM   / fritskuipergron