Euphyllia "Golden Radiance" Paraancora Coral
Quick Stats
- Care Level: Moderate
- Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
- Color Form: Soft Green Tentacles with Gleaming 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 "Golden Radiance" Paraancora Coral is a masterpiece of elegance and vibrancy. Its soft green tentacles are accented with lustrous gold tips that shimmer like sunlight on water. This coral's radiant hues and graceful movement make it a striking centerpiece for any reef aquarium.
Hailing from the calm lagoons and reef slopes of the Indo-Pacific, this coral thrives in moderate water flow and lighting conditions, reflecting its natural oceanic environment.
Care & Feeding
The Golden Radiance Paraancora Coral is photosynthetic, relying on its symbiotic zooxanthellae for sustenance. For enhanced growth and brilliance, feed it occasional portions of meaty foods like mysis shrimp or finely chopped marine fare.
Maintaining stable water chemistry is essential to preserve its health and vibrant appearance. Ensure adequate levels of calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity, and keep nitrate and phosphate levels low to prevent algae overgrowth.
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
For maximum visual impact and well-being, place the Golden Radiance Paraancora Coral in the bottom to middle areas of your aquarium. Maintain ample spacing to avoid stinging interactions with other corals due to its semi-aggressive nature.
Let the Euphyllia "Golden Radiance" Paraancora Coral illuminate your reef with its shimmering gold-tipped elegance, adding a touch of opulence and sophistication to your underwater haven.