One of the most common debates in the aquarium hobby is if corals need feeding, and, if so, what are their feeding habits. Some reef hobbyists will argue that corals do not need any additional food in the aquarium, while many coral enthusiasts believe that feeding corals are a must. The hammer coral (Euphyllia ancora) … Read more
So, your hammer coral has just arrived, and now you are wondering how long it is going to take to grow into a fully established coral. You are not alone… One of the most exciting parts of owning a reef tank is the satisfaction of successfully growing corals. Hammer corals are one of the most … Read more
If you struggle with aquarium lighting, you are not alone. Photosynthetically available radiation or photosynthetic active radiation (PAR) measures the amount or intensity of light that corals utilize in aquariums. The hammer coral is a large polyp stony (LPS) coral, which has been a staple for aquariums for decades, therefore they are a must-have coral … Read more
So, your hammer coral is all closed up and not opening, and now you are starting to question if you are taking care of it correctly… Well, try not to dwell on it too much, as I am here to solve your problems! Hammer corals are one of the most beautiful LPS (large polyp stony) … Read more
Mushroom corals are one of the most recognizable of the Hawaiian stony corals. Unlike most hard corals that consist of tiny polyps, mushrooms like the hairy mushroom are a single giant polyp; the hairy mushroom is a coral without a skeleton, but its internal structures are the same as any other stony coral you may … Read more
Torch corals are one of the most popular LPS (large polyp stony) corals to add to reef aquariums. Torches, such as the Dragon Soul, are perfect if you are looking for a coral that will add lots of movement and bursts of color inside your aquarium. The Dragon Soul torch is immediately recognizable from its … Read more
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