Piu Piu Yellow Goniopora
Quick Stats
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Color Form: Vibrant Full Yellow Polyps
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 Piu Piu Yellow Goniopora is a striking coral that stands out with its brilliant, full-yellow polyps. Its solid, uniform coloration makes it an eye-catching addition to any reef aquarium, bringing warmth and vibrancy to your display. The full yellow coloration gives this Goniopora a radiant, cheerful appearance that adds a bold, energetic flair to your underwater landscape.
Native to the calm, nutrient-rich waters of the Indo-Pacific, the Piu Piu Yellow thrives in stable, well-maintained aquariums. Its bright yellow polyps create a glowing presence, making it an ideal coral for hobbyists looking to add a bold splash of color to their reef.
Care & Feeding
This Goniopora is photosynthetic but will thrive even further with regular feedings of small, nutrient-rich foods like micro-plankton, reef-specific pellets, or finely chopped mysis shrimp. These feedings will encourage healthy growth and keep the yellow polyps vibrant and glowing.
Consistent water parameters, including calcium, magnesium, and iron, are essential to maintain its health and coloration. Low nitrate and phosphate levels will help preserve the coral’s yellow hues 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
Position the Piu Piu Yellow Goniopora in the lower to middle sections of your aquarium, ensuring that it has enough space to extend its polyps fully. Moderate water flow will help keep its delicate tissues healthy and allow the yellow polyps to flow gracefully, showcasing their bright, vibrant color.
Brighten your reef with the Piu Piu Yellow Goniopora, a radiant coral that adds a burst of cheerful yellow to your underwater world.