Euphyllia yaeyamaensis (Orange-Yellow) | S

Euphyllia yaeyamaensis (Orange-Yellow) is a captivating large polyp stony (LPS) coral prized for its vibrant, flowing tentacles that display a striking orange-yellow hue. This small specimen is ideal for hobbyists looking to enhance their reef aquariums with dynamic movement and vivid colour.

Lighting: Moderate lighting is recommended, such as LED or T5 fixtures providing around 100-150 PAR. Avoid intense direct light to prevent bleaching.

Water Flow: Moderate, indirect water flow is ideal to gently sway the tentacles without causing damage.

Placement: Position this coral in the middle to lower regions of the tank, ensuring adequate space from neighbouring corals to prevent aggressive interactions. Euphyllia species possess sweeper tentacles that can sting adjacent corals.

Care Level: Suitable for intermediate aquarists with some experience maintaining LPS corals.

Compatibility: Reef safe with caution; maintain sufficient spacing from other corals to avoid stinging. Compatible with peaceful tank inhabitants.

Feeding: While primarily photosynthetic, occasional feeding of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp or specialised coral foods can promote growth and vibrancy.

Water Parameters: Maintain stable marine conditions: temperature 24-27°C, salinity 1.023-1.025, pH 8.1-8.4, calcium 400-450 ppm, alkalinity 8-12 dKH, and magnesium 1250-1350 ppm.

This small Euphyllia yaeyamaensis specimen is a beautiful addition to mature reef tanks, offering both aesthetic appeal and moderate care requirements.