Quick Stats
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Color Form: Neon Green with Yellow and Purple Accents
Water Conditions: 72-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Family: Lobophylliidae
Lighting: Low to Moderate
Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Trace Elements
Waterflow: Low to Moderate
Placement: Bottom to Middle
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
Overview
The Jason Fox Space Invader Pectinia USA Signature Coral is a renowned, show-stopping specimen celebrated for its vivid neon green base and striking yellow and purple accents. This masterpiece coral, crafted through years of aquaculture, offers unparalleled vibrancy and a unique, dramatic texture that makes it one of the most coveted pieces in reef aquariums worldwide.
Native to the deeper waters of the Indo-Pacific, the Space Invader Pectinia thrives in low-light environments with gentle water flow, which helps highlight its intricate folds and glowing coloration. Its semi-aggressive nature means it should be given ample space from neighboring corals to avoid potential stinging or overgrowth.
This coral is photosynthetic, relying on symbiotic zooxanthellae for nutrition, but it benefits greatly from supplemental feedings of meaty foods like mysis shrimp or plankton, which enhance its growth and accentuate its color. Regular feedings can also help maintain its mesmerizing texture and robust health.
To keep the Jason Fox Space Invader Pectinia in optimal condition, stable water parameters are essential. Balanced calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity levels promote skeletal development, while low nitrate and phosphate levels help preserve its striking colors without encouraging algae growth.
The Jason Fox Space Invader Pectinia USA Signature Coral comes mounted on a ceramic plug for easy placement, allowing you to showcase this coral’s incredible beauty in your reef aquarium. Approximate purchase size: 2 to 5 cm.