Euphyllia ancora (Two Tone) is a captivating large polyp stony (LPS) coral prized for its distinctive two-tone tentacle colours and elegant, waving appearance. This medium-sized specimen is perfect for marine aquarium enthusiasts looking to add dynamic movement and vibrant hues to their reef display.
Lighting: Euphyllia ancora thrives under moderate lighting conditions, such as T5 fluorescents or LED setups providing medium PAR levels. Avoid intense direct light to prevent bleaching.
Water Flow: Moderate, indirect water flow is ideal to gently sway the tentacles without causing tissue damage. Strong currents can stress the coral and inhibit polyp extension.
Placement: Position this coral in the middle to lower regions of the aquarium to balance lighting and flow needs. Ensure adequate spacing from neighbouring corals to prevent aggressive sweeper tentacle contact.
Care Level: Moderate. Euphyllia ancora requires stable water parameters and attentive husbandry but is generally hardy when conditions are met.
Compatibility: Reef safe with adequate spacing. Avoid placing near aggressive or fast-growing corals that may overshadow or sting it.
Feeding: While primarily photosynthetic, occasional feeding of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp or specialised coral foods can promote growth and vibrancy.
Maintain stable marine conditions with temperature between 24-27°C, salinity around 1.025 SG, and regular water changes to support optimal health.
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