Favites pentagona (Premium) Extra Large is a captivating large polyp stony (LPS) coral known for its distinctive polygonal corallites and vibrant colours. This premium specimen is ideal for marine aquarists looking to enhance their reef display with a robust and visually impressive coral.
Care Level: Moderate to advanced care is recommended due to its specific lighting and water flow needs.
Lighting: Favites pentagona thrives under moderate to high lighting conditions. LED or T5 lighting systems that provide a balanced spectrum are ideal to support its photosynthetic zooxanthellae.
Water Flow: Moderate water flow is preferred to ensure adequate nutrient exchange without causing tissue damage. Avoid strong direct currents.
Placement: Position this coral in the middle to lower regions of the aquarium to balance light exposure and water movement. Ensure adequate spacing from neighbouring corals to prevent aggressive interactions, as Favites species can extend sweeper tentacles.
Diet: While primarily photosynthetic, supplemental feeding with meaty foods such as mysis shrimp or specialised coral foods can enhance growth and colouration.
Reef Compatibility: Yes, with adequate spacing. Favites pentagona can be territorial, so maintain sufficient distance from other corals to avoid stinging.
Origin: Not Provided.
Maximum Size: Colonies can grow significantly over time; individual corallites typically reach up to 1 cm in diameter, with colonies expanding to 20 cm or more under optimal conditions.
Minimum Tank Size: A minimum of 90 litres (approximately 20 gallons) is recommended to provide stable water parameters and space for growth.
Regular monitoring of water quality parameters such as calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium is essential to maintain healthy skeletal growth. Maintain stable temperature between 24-27°C and salinity around 1.025 specific gravity.
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