Euphyllia glabrescens (Dragon Soul) | S

Euphyllia glabrescens, commonly known as Dragon Soul, is a stunning large polyp stony (LPS) coral prized for its long, flowing tentacles that create a dynamic and captivating display in reef tanks.

This small specimen is ideal for hobbyists looking to add movement and texture to their marine aquarium. It thrives under moderate lighting conditions and benefits from gentle to moderate water flow, which helps maintain polyp extension without causing tissue damage.

Care Recommendations:

• Lighting: Moderate lighting is preferred, such as T5 fluorescents or LED setups with a PAR range of approximately 100-150.
• Water Flow: Provide gentle to moderate, indirect water movement to encourage healthy polyp extension and prevent detritus accumulation.
• Placement: Position in mid to lower regions of the tank, ensuring adequate space from neighbouring corals to avoid aggressive interactions due to its sweeper tentacles.
• Compatibility: Reef safe with caution; maintain sufficient spacing from other corals to prevent stinging and tissue damage.
• Feeding: While primarily photosynthetic, occasional feeding of meaty foods such as brine shrimp or coral-specific pellets can promote growth and vibrancy.

Regular water parameter maintenance is essential, with stable conditions including temperature 24-27°C, salinity 1.023-1.025, and low nutrient levels. This species is suitable for intermediate aquarists familiar with LPS coral care.