Euphyllia "Crimson Blaze" Paraancora Coral
Quick Stats
- Care Level: Moderate
- Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
- Color Form: Deep Red Tentacles with Glowing Gold Tips
- Water Conditions: 22-26°C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
- Family: Euphylliidae
- Lighting: Moderate to High
- Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Trace Elements
- Waterflow: Moderate
- Placement: Bottom to Middle
Overview
The Euphyllia "Crimson Blaze" Paraancora Coral is a dazzling spectacle that combines fiery red tentacles with radiant gold tips. This coral exudes warmth and intensity, creating a captivating focal point in any reef aquarium. Its dynamic color contrast and gentle motion evoke the grandeur of a blazing sunset over the ocean.
Originating from the sheltered lagoons and reef slopes of the Indo-Pacific, the Crimson Blaze thrives under moderate water flow and lighting, simulating the tranquil conditions of its natural habitat.
Care & Feeding
The Crimson Blaze Paraancora Coral sustains itself through its symbiotic zooxanthellae but benefits from occasional feedings of meaty foods like mysis shrimp or finely chopped marine diets. These supplemental nutrients enhance its growth and amplify its brilliant coloration.
Stable water chemistry is essential for maintaining its vivid hues. Ensure proper levels of calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity for skeletal strength, and control nitrate and phosphate levels to prevent algae from dulling its vibrancy.
Optimal Parameters
- Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
- Calcium (Ca): 400-450 ppm
- Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
- Nitrate (NO3): 1-10 ppm
- Phosphate (PO4): 0.01-0.05 ppm
Placement
Place the Crimson Blaze Paraancora Coral in the bottom to middle zones of your aquarium, ensuring enough space from other corals to avoid potential stinging due to its semi-aggressive temperament. Its fiery colors will be most vibrant under moderate to high lighting.
Elevate your reef's aesthetics with the Euphyllia "Crimson Blaze" Paraancora Coral—a radiant combination of red and gold that embodies the drama and allure of a coral masterpiece.