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 suited to reef keepers prepared to provide moderate care, stable conditions, and room for its tentacles to expand. Its WYSIWYG status lets buyers view the exact offered piece before purchase.

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 light level and watch for normal expansion as it settles into the reef.

Flow

Use moderate, indirect, varied flow. Gentle movement helps keep the coral clear without blasting its fleshy tentacles with strong direct current.

Placement

Place it in lower to middle reef areas. Start with a secure location that allows room for expansion, then make changes gradually if needed.

Temperament

Allow generous spacing from neighboring corals. Hammer corals are semi-aggressive and can sting nearby specimens as their tentacles expand and move with the current.

Feeding

Offer occasional meaty foods if desired. Feeding is optional, so prioritize consistent conditions and observe how the coral responds.

General Care

Maintain stable salinity, alkalinity, temperature, and nutrient levels rather than making rapid corrections. Observe expansion, tissue condition, and flow response regularly, adjusting slowly when the coral shows signs that its placement needs refinement.

Give this hammer coral stable care, indirect flow, and room to expand.