Sick & Twisted Hammer Coral

Sick & Twisted Hammer Coral - Care Requirements

Sick & Twisted Hammer Coral is a Euphyllia hammer coral with a WYSIWYG presentation. This LPS coral is offered as a WYSIWYG piece, so the specimen shown is the one you receive. Its hammer form brings visible movement to reef displays while requiring measured placement and consistent care.

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, and observe its expansion as it settles into the aquarium.

Flow

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

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas. Allow time to adjust after introduction, and choose a secure location with room for full expansion.

Temperament

Give this semi-aggressive coral generous space from neighbors. Expanded polyps can sting nearby corals, so leave clearance and monitor surrounding specimens after placement.

Feeding

Occasional meaty feeding is optional. If feeding, offer an appropriate small food portion and avoid overfeeding the aquarium.

General Care

Maintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels rather than making rapid adjustments. Watch polyp expansion and overall appearance regularly, especially after changes to lighting, flow, placement, or maintenance routines.

Give it stable conditions, indirect flow, and adequate spacing to settle in well.