“Azure Flame” Paraancora Euphyllia

Euphyllia “Azure Flame” Paraancora Coral

Quick Stats

• Care Level: Moderate
• Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
• Color Form: Gold Tentacles with Vibrant Blue Tips
• Water Conditions: 22-26C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
• Family: Euphylliidae
• Lighting: Moderate to High
• Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Trace Elements
• Waterflow: Moderate
• Placement: Bottom to Middle

Overview

The Euphyllia “Azure Flame” Paraancora Coral is a breathtaking species that brings the perfect blend of elegance and vibrancy to your reef aquarium. Its golden tentacles tipped with luminous blue hues create a fiery yet soothing display, making it a standout coral in any setup.

Found in the Indo-Pacific’s reef slopes and lagoons, this species thrives in moderate lighting and water flow, mimicking the gentle ocean currents that allow its flowing tentacles to sway gracefully.

Care & Feeding

The Azure Flame Paraancora Coral is a photosynthetic coral, relying on symbiotic zooxanthellae for sustenance. For enhanced growth and coloration, occasional feedings of mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, or other fine meaty foods are highly recommended.

Maintaining stable water chemistry is key to its health. Proper levels of calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity encourage strong skeletal development, while controlling nitrate and phosphate levels ensures its vivid colors remain vibrant without algae interference.

Optimal Parameters

• Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
• Calcium (Ca): 400-450 ppm
• Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
• Nitrate (NO3): 1-10 ppm
• Phosphate (PO4): 0.01-0.05 ppm

Placement

For optimal health and aesthetic impact, position the Azure Flame Paraancora Coral in the bottom to middle zones of your aquarium. Ensure ample spacing from other corals to prevent potential stinging due to its semi-aggressive nature.

Bring a touch of fiery elegance to your reef aquarium with the Euphyllia “Azure Flame” Paraancora Coral, a stunning addition that combines the boldness of gold and blue with mesmerizing, dynamic motion.