Hologram Branching Hammer Coral

Hologram Branching Hammer Coral - Care Requirements

Hologram Branching Hammer Coral is a Euphyllia hammer coral with a branching form and hammer-shaped polyps. This Euphyllia LPS coral is suited to lower or middle reef placement, where its polyps can expand with adequate open space. Its branching form benefits from thoughtful placement away from nearby corals.

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 to the intended intensity, and monitor polyp expansion as the coral settles into its chosen location.

Flow

Provide moderate, indirect, varied flow without directing a pump at the coral. Gentle water movement supports natural polyp motion and comfortable expansion.

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas with open room around its expanded polyps. Introduce it gradually and adjust its position if expansion remains limited.

Temperament

Leave generous spacing from neighboring corals. This semi-aggressive hammer coral can expand and sting nearby corals, particularly once its polyps are fully extended.

Feeding

Offer occasional meaty foods if desired; feeding is optional. Feed gently when polyps are expanded, and avoid allowing excess food to accumulate.

General Care

Maintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels instead of making rapid corrections. Regularly observe polyp expansion, tissue condition, and spacing from nearby corals, then make any needed changes gradually.

Provide stable conditions, indirect flow, and room for full expansion.