Euphyllia paraancora (Green) is a stunning large polyp stony (LPS) coral prized for its vibrant green tentacles and unique branching structure. This tiny, tank-bred specimen is ideal for hobbyists looking to add a splash of colour and movement to their reef tanks.
Care Level: Moderate care is recommended, making it suitable for aquarists with some experience in maintaining LPS corals.
Lighting Requirements: Euphyllia paraancora thrives under moderate lighting conditions. LED, T5, or metal halide lighting systems that provide balanced PAR levels are ideal to maintain its vibrant colour and health.
Water Flow: Moderate, indirect water flow is best to ensure the coral’s delicate polyps are not damaged while still receiving adequate nutrient exchange.
Placement: Position this coral in the middle to lower regions of the tank, allowing enough space around it to prevent aggressive sweeper tentacles from harming neighbouring corals. Adequate spacing is essential to avoid coral warfare.
Diet: While Euphyllia paraancora derives much of its nutrition from photosynthesis via symbiotic zooxanthellae, occasional feeding of meaty foods such as brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, or specialised coral foods can promote growth and vibrancy.
Compatibility and Reef Safety: This species is generally reef safe with adequate spacing, but care should be taken to keep it away from more aggressive corals to prevent stinging.
Minimum Tank Size: A minimum of 75 litres (20 gallons) is recommended to provide stable water parameters and sufficient space for growth.
Origin: Australia (Tank-Bred)
Maximum Size: Typically grows up to 15 cm (6 inches) in diameter under optimal conditions.
