Lunar Eclipse Favia (Favia spp.)

Lunar Eclipse Favia (Favia spp.)

Quick Stats

• Care Level: Intermediate
• Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
• Colour Form: Bright Yellow with Deep Blue to Purple Moon-Like Patterns
• Water Conditions: 24-28C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
• Family: Faviidae
• Lighting: Moderate to High
• Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Amino Acids, Trace Elements
• Water Flow: Moderate
• Placement: Bottom to Mid

Overview

The Lunar Eclipse Favia is a captivating coral with its radiant yellow coloration, accented by mesmerizing blue to purple moon-like patterns across its polyps. This stunning combination of colors creates a dramatic, celestial effect in your reef aquarium. As a semi-aggressive species, the Lunar Eclipse Favia thrives in moderate to high lighting and stable water flow, making it a dynamic addition to advanced reef tanks.

Care & Feeding

The Lunar Eclipse Favia is a primarily photosynthetic coral, but it can benefit from occasional feedings of small, meaty foods such as mysis shrimp and finely chopped seafood to boost its growth and vibrancy. Strong water flow helps to maintain the health of the coral and encourages the full extension of its polyps, showcasing its beautiful lunar-like patterns.

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 Lunar Eclipse Favia should be placed in the lower to middle sections of the tank, where it can receive moderate to high lighting and stable water flow. Given its semi-aggressive nature, its important to provide adequate space between this coral and other specimens to prevent any aggressive interactions.

With its vibrant moonlit hues and unique celestial design, the Lunar Eclipse Favia is an extraordinary addition that will illuminate your reef tank and captivate all who view it!