{"id":9435,"date":"2026-02-17T18:53:44","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:53:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/nano-button-scoly-scolymia-sp\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T18:53:45","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:53:45","slug":"nano-button-scoly-scolymia-sp","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=nano-button-scoly-scolymia-sp","title":{"rendered":"Nano Button Scoly Scolymia Sp"},"content":{"rendered":"

Nano Button Scoly (Scolymia sp.)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

(Also known as Mini Scoly, Button Coral, or Disc Coral)<\/em><\/p>\n

Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Nano Button Scoly (Scolymia<\/em> sp.) is a compact, vividly coloured large-polyp stony (LPS) coral<\/strong>, highly prized for its brilliant hues<\/strong> and symmetrical disc-like shape<\/strong>. Often displaying vibrant combinations of red, green, orange, and blue<\/strong>, this coral brings exceptional colour contrast and visual appeal to reef aquariums \u2014 even in small spaces. Its fleshy, button-sized body and central feeding mouth give it a bold presence, while its peaceful nature and moderate care level make it a popular choice for both nano and full-sized reef systems.<\/p>\n

Origin<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Native to the Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>, including the Coral Sea, Great Barrier Reef, Indonesia, and Fiji<\/strong>. Found on sandy reef slopes and lagoon floors<\/strong>, where it rests on substrate or among rubble in low to moderate light and gentle flow.<\/p>\n

Feeding<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Nano Button Scoly is photosynthetic<\/strong>, housing zooxanthellae<\/strong> that provide most of its nutritional needs. However, regular target feeding enhances colour and growth. Feed 2\u20133 times per week<\/strong> with:<\/p>\n

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    Mysis shrimp or finely chopped seafood<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Marine plankton or LPS coral foods<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Enriched brine shrimp or coral pellets<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Feed when feeding tentacles are visible (usually at night or after lights dim).<\/p>\n

    Lighting<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Low to moderate lighting.<\/strong> Too much light can cause colour fading or tissue recession. Provide diffused illumination from LED, T5, or hybrid systems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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      PAR range: 75\u2013150 \u00b5mol\/m\u00b2\/s<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Acclimate slowly to new lighting conditions to avoid bleaching.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Under blue-spectrum lighting, colour pigments intensify dramatically, producing neon fluorescence.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Water Flow<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Low to moderate, indirect flow.<\/strong> Gentle, variable currents help keep the coral clean and allow full polyp expansion. Avoid direct jets of flow that can cause the fleshy tissue to retract or tear.<\/p>\n

      Placement<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        Place on the substrate or a stable rock ledge<\/strong> with gentle flow and diffused light.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Ensure a flat, secure surface<\/strong> \u2014 the coral expands outward and should not tip or shift.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Provide 10\u201315 cm (4\u20136 inches)<\/strong> of space from other corals to prevent contact with sweeper tentacles or aggressive neighbours.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Tank Mates<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        Reef safe.<\/strong> Compatible with:<\/p>\n

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          Peaceful reef fish (gobies, blennies, tangs, clownfish, etc.)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Snails, hermit crabs, shrimp, and starfish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Other non-aggressive LPS and soft corals<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Avoid:<\/p>\n

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            Large angelfish or butterflyfish (may nip at fleshy tissue)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Aggressive stinging corals (e.g., Torch, Hammer, Galaxea) nearby<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Crabs or shrimp that may climb or irritate the coral<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Aggression<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            Peaceful.<\/strong> Scolymia<\/em> corals do not possess long sweeper tentacles but can release mild toxins if crowded. Maintain moderate spacing to prevent tissue damage or chemical stress.<\/p>\n

            Experience Level<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            Beginner to intermediate.<\/strong> The Nano Button Scoly is hardy and easy to maintain with stable water conditions. Ideal for smaller reef systems, coral gardens, or collectors looking for a compact, colourful display coral.<\/p>\n

            Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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              Temperature:<\/strong> 24\u201327\u00b0C (75\u201381\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              pH:<\/strong> 8.1\u20138.4<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Salinity:<\/strong> 1.024\u20131.026 SG<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Alkalinity (dKH):<\/strong> 8\u201312<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Calcium:<\/strong> 400\u2013450 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Magnesium:<\/strong> 1250\u20131350 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Nitrate:<\/strong> <10 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Phosphate:<\/strong> <0.03 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Tank Size:<\/strong> Minimum 40 litres (10 gallons)<\/strong>; larger tanks preferred for long-term stability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Stable alkalinity and calcium levels are essential for healthy skeletal development and tissue thickness.<\/p>\n

              Reef Compatibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Fully reef safe.<\/strong> The Nano Button Scoly is peaceful, vividly coloured, and compact \u2014 making it perfect for nano reefs, mixed LPS systems, and collector displays<\/strong>. With its gentle care requirements and hypnotic fluorescence, it adds a jewel-like focal point to any aquarium.<\/p>\n

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              Interesting Fact<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Unlike larger Scolymia<\/em> species that can exceed 10 cm in diameter, \u201cNano\u201d or \u201cButton\u201d Scolys are naturally small, often remaining under 5 cm across \u2014 allowing aquarists to keep multiple vibrant morphs together in small reef displays.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              Nano Button Scoly (Scolymia sp.) (Also known as Mini Scoly, Button Coral, or Disc Coral) Overview The Nano Button Scoly (Scolymia sp.) is a compact, vividly coloured large-polyp stony (LPS) coral, highly prized for its brilliant hues and symmetrical disc-like shape. Often displaying vibrant combinations of red, green, orange, and blue, this coral brings exceptional […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":9434,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[74],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-9435","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-hard-corals","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple"},"group_of_quantity":0,"min_quantity":0,"max_quantity":"","exclude_order_quantity_value_rules":"no","exclude_category_quantity_rules":"no","combine_variations":"no","exclude_global_add_ons":[],"addons":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/9435","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/9434"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=9435"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=9435"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=9435"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=9435"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}