Fungia Eclipse (Fungia spp.)

Fungia Eclipse (Fungia spp.)

Quick Stats

• Care Level: Intermediate
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Colour Form: Deep Blue, Fiery Orange Border, Fluorescent Green Mouth
• Water Conditions: 24-28C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
• Family: Fungiidae
• Lighting: Moderate to High
• Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Amino Acids, Trace Elements
• Water Flow: Moderate
• Placement: Bottom

Overview

The Fungia Eclipse is a mesmerizing free-living plate coral that brings an unparalleled contrast to any reef aquarium. Its deep blue base, fiery orange border, and neon-green mouth create a hypnotic visual effect, making it a true showstopper. As a solitary, non-attached coral, it thrives on sandy substrates or low-rock surfaces, where it gently sways with the currents.

Care & Feeding

This Fungia species is photosynthetic but benefits from periodic target feedings of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp and marine pellets. A stable reef environment with moderate lighting and gentle to moderate flow will allow it to expand fully and maintain its vibrant coloration.

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

The Fungia Eclipse should be placed on a soft, sandy substrate or a flat, open rock surface, allowing it to fully expand and move slightly with the current. Keep it away from aggressive corals, as it prefers its own space to flourish.

A must-have for reef enthusiasts looking to add an eye-catching, dynamic specimen to their aquarium!