Sick & Twisted Hammer Coral

Sick & Twisted Hammer Coral - Care Requirements

Sick & Twisted Hammer Coral is a Euphyllia hammer coral with long flowing polyps and glowing centers. This moderate-care LPS coral brings the characteristic movement of a hammer coral to a reef aquarium. Its flowing polyps and vibrant coloration make it well suited to reef keepers prepared to provide stable conditions and appropriate spacing.

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. Start with a gentler position during acclimation, then observe polyp expansion and adjust placement gradually if needed.

Flow

Use moderate, indirect, varied flow. Water movement should keep the polyps moving naturally without blasting the coral or preventing full expansion.

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas. Allow time to acclimate after introduction, and choose a location where its expanding polyps have clear surrounding space.

Temperament

Keep generous space around this semi-aggressive coral. Hammer corals can extend and sting nearby corals, especially as they expand, so avoid close placement beside sensitive neighbors.

Feeding

Occasional meaty foods may be offered, but feeding is optional. Target feeding can be done carefully when polyps are expanded.

General Care

Maintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels rather than making rapid adjustments. Regularly watch for polyp expansion, changes in flow response, and signs that nearby corals are encroaching on its space.

Give it stable conditions, indirect flow, and room to expand.