🌿✨ Mistveil Goni
Goniopora sp. (Pale Green Morph)
Quick Stats
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Colour Form: Soft pastel green tentacles with a misty, translucent appearance; under reef lighting, it reveals a delicate glow with subtle silvery undertones — calm, refined, and mesmerising.
Water Conditions: 24–27 °C, dKH 8–11, pH 8.0–8.4, sg 1.024–1.026
Family: Poritidae
Lighting: Low to moderate
Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Trace Elements
Water Flow: Gentle to moderate, indirect
Placement: Lower to mid reef zones, with gentle light and space to expand
🧬 Overview
The Mistveil Goni is a graceful and understated Goniopora morph, offering a soft green hue that blends beautifully into natural reefscapes. Unlike its more vibrant cousins, this variety brings subtle elegance and tranquil movement, making it ideal for aquarists seeking balance and harmony in colour.
Its gentle sway and velvety tone create a calming effect — a living sculpture that adds depth without overpowering its surroundings.
🍽️ Care & Feeding
As with most Goniopora species, this coral benefits from regular target feeding. Feed 2–3 times weekly with microplankton, rotifers, or amino-acid enriched coral blends to support healthy growth and consistent polyp extension.
Keep water flow soft and indirect to avoid damaging the delicate tentacles. Monitor for recession or stress, especially in systems with high-flow or aggressive neighbours.
📈 Optimal Parameters
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Alkalinity (dKH): 8–11
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Calcium (Ca): 420–460 ppm
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Magnesium (Mg): 1250–1350 ppm
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Nitrate (NO₃): 5–15 ppm
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Phosphate (PO₄): 0.03–0.08 ppm
📍 Placement
Position in shaded or softly lit areas of the reef — ideal for mid to lower zones with filtered, diffuse lighting. Avoid high-intensity direct light, which may wash out the subtle pastel tones. Allow open space for polyp movement and long-term growth.
🌿✨ Mistveil Goni
A breath of calm beneath the current — soft, soothing, and effortlessly beautiful.