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Euphyllia
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The Euphyllia Family
Euphyllia corals, also known as Frogspawn, Torch, or Hammer corals, have been constant companions of reef tanks, seemingly since the inception of the hobby. With long, multi-tipped tentacles displaying different vibrant colors, they are highly cherished by aquarists. This large polyp stony coral (LPS) is one of the most popular corals in the hobby due to its graceful movements in the water and incredible colors.
Please see below for additional care tips for Frogspawn corals.
Location
They are found in the tropical waters of the Pacific. In particular, they are regularly harvested from the islands of the Indo-Pacific, including Fiji, Tonga, the Solomon Islands, and the Great Barrier Reef.
Lighting
Hammers, Torches, and Frogspawn (Euphyllia sp.) do not require as much light as many other corals. They can be maintained with low light without much difficulty. In some cases, hammers may extend more readily under low lighting; however, they may display more attractive colors when placed under stronger lighting.
Low light |
Low light is between 30 - 50 PAR per unit area |
Medium light |
Medium light is between 50 - 150 PAR per unit area |
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High light |
High light is above 150 PAR per unit area |
Water Flow
Moderate to strong water movement is recommended. One of the main attractions of this type of LPS coral is how it sways with the current. Water flow is healthy for Euphyllia and makes it aesthetically pleasing. It's important that the flow is not constant in one direction.
Feeding
Like most corals, Euphyllia relies heavily on its zooxanthellae, but it also benefits from direct feeding. Hammers, Torches, and Frogspawns do not appear to feed as aggressively as other LPS corals.
