Gold Branching Hammer Coral

Gold Branching Hammer Coral - Care Requirements

Gold Branching Hammer Coral is a Euphyllia hammer coral with a branching hammer form. This WYSIWYG Euphyllia hammer coral carries the gold coloration indicated by its name and a branching form. Its LPS care profile suits reef keepers prepared to provide moderate conditions, appropriate placement, and room for expansion.

This is a WYSIWYG coral, meaning the coral shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive.

Quick Care Summary

• Lighting: Moderate lighting
• Flow: Moderate, indirect and varied flow
• Placement: Lower to middle reef areas
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive
• Care Level: Moderate

Lighting

Provide moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually when moving it into brighter conditions, then observe expansion and overall response before making further changes.

Flow

Use moderate, indirect, varied flow. Water movement should gently reach the coral without blasting its fleshy polyps with strong direct current.

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas. Allow time to acclimate after placement, and choose a stable location with adequate clearance for expansion.

Temperament

Give this semi-aggressive coral generous spacing from neighbors. Expanded tentacles can sting nearby corals, so avoid placing it where contact is likely as it opens.

Feeding

Offer occasional meaty foods if desired. Feeding is optional, and portions should be appropriate for the coral and overall nutrient management.

General Care

Maintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels rather than chasing rapid adjustments. Watch its expansion, placement response, and nearby coral spacing regularly, making gradual changes when conditions need correction.

Provide steady care and adequate spacing for a well-managed hammer coral placement.