Emerald Glow Goniopora
Quick Stats
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Color Form: Rich Green Polyps with a Subtle Yellow Tint at the Tips
Water Conditions: 24-26°C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Family: Poritidae
Lighting: Moderate
Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Trace Elements, Iron, Manganese
Waterflow: Moderate
Placement: Bottom to Middle
Overview
The Emerald Glow Goniopora radiates with vibrant green polyps that gently fade into a soft yellow at their tips, offering a striking yet natural contrast. Its bold coloration and gentle movement make it an ideal choice for aquarists looking to add a splash of color and elegance to their reef aquarium.
Native to the nutrient-rich reefs of the Indo-Pacific, this Goniopora thrives in stable conditions, making it an excellent addition for both novice and experienced hobbyists. The Emerald Glow brings life to any aquascape with its calming yet radiant presence.
Care & Feeding
While primarily photosynthetic, the Emerald Glow Goniopora benefits from occasional feedings to enhance its growth and color. Offering small, meaty foods like micro-plankton, powdered coral foods, or finely chopped mysis shrimp can boost its health and intensify its vivid green hue.
Consistent water parameters, including calcium, magnesium, and iron, are essential for its long-term health. Keep nitrate and phosphate levels low to preserve the coral’s radiant color and prevent unwanted algae growth.
Optimal Parameters
- Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
- Calcium (Ca): 400-450 ppm
- Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
- Iron (Fe): Regular supplementation recommended for Goniopora species
- Nitrate (NO3): 1-10 ppm
- Phosphate (PO4): 0.01-0.05 ppm
Placement
Place the Emerald Glow Goniopora in the lower to middle sections of your aquarium, ensuring it has ample space to extend its polyps fully. Moderate water flow will enhance its graceful movement while keeping its delicate tissue intact.
Brighten your reef with the Emerald Glow Goniopora, a coral that offers a rich, natural green vibrancy and effortless elegance to your aquatic sanctuary.