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Hydnophora

Corals of the genus Hydnophora are relatively hardy small polyp stony corals (SPS). They possess a very powerful chemical sting, and it is highly recommended to give them plenty of space. If a colony comes into contact with other SPS, it is very likely that the Hydnophora will win and kill whatever it touches. Hydnophora have small mouths called hydnophores, but they have the ability to capture medium-sized food particles. This SPS feeds more aggressively than most and will consume even small pieces of shrimp and frozen foods.

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Location

Indo-Pacific - Islands of the Indo-Pacific, including Fiji, Tonga, the Solomon Islands, and the Great Barrier Reef.

Lighting

Intense lighting is recommended for better coloration and overall health of Hydnophora coral. Use T5 or high-output fluorescent LEDs with a full spectrum. Hydnophora can survive under more modest lighting, but the colors may be less impressive.

Low Light

Low light between 30 and 50 PAR per unit area

Medium Light

Medium light is between 50 - 150 PAR per unit area

High Light

High light is above 150 PAR per unit area

Water Flow

As an SPS coral, strong water movement is recommended as it decreases the likelihood of debris settling on the coral tissues, and the coral will receive nutrients from the water column.

Feeding

Hydnophora have small mouths called hydnophores, but they have the ability to capture medium-sized food particles. This is an SPS coral that feeds more aggressively than most and will consume pieces of shrimp and other frozen foods.

Aggression

Hydnophora has a very powerful sting and it is highly recommended to give it plenty of space. If a colony comes into contact with other SPS, it is very likely that the Hydnophora will win and kill whatever it touches.

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