Emerald Tide Symphyllia (Symphyllia sp.)
Quick Stats
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Care Level: Intermediate
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Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
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Colour Form: Deep Emerald Green with Subtle Swirling Patterns
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Water Conditions: 24-28°C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
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Family: Mussidae
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Lighting: Moderate
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Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Amino Acids, Trace Elements
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Water Flow: Low to Moderate
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Placement: Bottom to Mid-Level
Overview
The Emerald Tide Symphyllia is a stunning large polyp stony (LPS) coral that captivates with its rich emerald green hues and intricate swirling textures. Under the right lighting, its surface shimmers with a velvety appearance, adding depth and movement to your reef. Known for its thick skeletal structure and fleshy polyps, this coral is both robust and visually striking, making it a standout feature in any marine aquarium.
Care & Feeding
This coral thrives under moderate lighting and benefits from a low to moderate water flow, which helps prevent debris buildup while allowing its fleshy polyps to expand fully. While primarily photosynthetic, the Emerald Tide Symphyllia flourishes when fed mysis shrimp, plankton, or coral-specific foods a few times per week. Maintaining stable calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity levels ensures steady growth and strong skeletal development.
Optimal Parameters
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Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
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Calcium (Ca): 400-450 ppm
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Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
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Nitrate (NO3): 1-10 ppm
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Phosphate (PO4): 0.01-0.05 ppm
Placement
The Emerald Tide Symphyllia should be placed at the bottom to mid-level of the tank, where it has room to expand without being disturbed by strong currents or aggressive corals. While not overly aggressive, it can extend sweeper tentacles at night, so allow space between it and other corals. With its lush green glow and elegant structure, this Symphyllia is a must-have for reef enthusiasts looking to add a touch of natural luxury to their aquascape.
🌊 Let the Emerald Tide bring a wave of vibrant color to your reef!