Euphyllia "Blush Aurora" Yaeyamaensis Coral
Quick Stats
- Care Level: Moderate
- Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
- Color Form: Soft Green Tentacles with Delicate Pink 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 "Blush Aurora" Yaeyamaensis Coral is an elegant specimen known for its soft green tentacles crowned with gentle pink tips. This delicate coloration creates a harmonious contrast, bringing a touch of softness and serenity to any reef aquarium. The flowing tentacles sway with the current, adding dynamic beauty and fluid movement to the environment.
Native to the warm waters of the Indo-Pacific, particularly the Yaeyama Islands, the Blush Aurora thrives under moderate lighting and water flow, creating a peaceful yet visually striking addition to your aquatic setup.
Care & Feeding
The Blush Aurora Yaeyamaensis Coral is photosynthetic, relying on its symbiotic zooxanthellae for the majority of its nutrition. For optimal growth and coloration, occasional feedings of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, or finely chopped marine foods are recommended.
Maintaining consistent water parameters is essential for its vibrant health. Proper levels of calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity promote robust skeletal development, while low nitrate and phosphate levels prevent algae from competing with its vibrant hues.
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
Position the Blush Aurora Yaeyamaensis Coral in the bottom to middle sections of your aquarium, ensuring sufficient space for its flowing tentacles to extend. Avoid overcrowding, as its semi-aggressive nature can lead to stinging interactions with neighboring corals.
Add the Euphyllia "Blush Aurora" Yaeyamaensis Coral to your reef and enjoy the calming, graceful presence of its soft green and pink hues that evoke the beauty of a serene ocean dawn.