Sick & Twisted Hammer Coral

Sick & Twisted Hammer Coral - Care Requirements

Sick & Twisted Hammer Coral is a Euphyllia hammer coral with a branching growth form. This WYSIWYG Euphyllia LPS coral suits reef keepers seeking the distinctive form and gentle motion associated with hammer corals. Its care centers on moderate conditions, thoughtful placement, and room to expand.

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 its final intensity and observe polyp expansion as it adjusts to the aquarium.

Flow

Use moderate, indirect, varied flow. Gentle movement supports natural tentacle motion, while strong direct flow should be avoided because it can limit comfortable expansion.

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas with space around the colony. Start with a stable location and allow time for acclimation before making changes.

Temperament

Allow generous spacing from nearby corals. This semi-aggressive hammer coral expands and can sting neighboring specimens, especially when its tentacles are fully extended.

Feeding

Occasional meaty foods may be offered, but feeding is optional. Target feed gently when desired and avoid blasting the coral with food or flow.

General Care

Maintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels rather than making rapid corrections. Watch expansion, tentacle behavior, and response to placement as routine indicators of how it is settling in.

Give it stable conditions, indirect flow, and adequate space to expand.