- Name:
24k Tip Torch Euphyllia
(View AKA's) - Family: Euphyllidae
- Species: Euphyllia
- Scientific Name: Euphyllia sp
General info about 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia
In general, corals from the genus Euphyllia have long tentacles that may stretch out 2 to 4 inches and are usually extended out most of the time. When the polyps are retracted, you can clearly see that each corallite is completely separated from each other and is encased by its own wall.
For the 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia, they are predominatly colored yellow with green tips. This are the water parameters for cultivating 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia:
- Calcium: 420 - 440 ppm
- Alkalinity: 2.86 - 3.93 MEQ/L (8 - 11 dKH)
- Phosphates: 0
- Magnesium: 1260 - 1350
- Strontium: 8 -10
- Temperature: 75° - 80° F (24° - 27° C)
- Salinity / Specific Gravity: 1.023 - 1.025
- pH: 8.1 - 8.4
24k Tip Torch Euphyllia Diet & Nutrition
The 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia get its primary nutrition from the symbiotic zooxanthellae living within its tissues. However, we still do recommend you do supplemental feeding by adding mysis and brine shrimp.
Fragging / Propagating 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia
A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia. They need to be set at the middle or bottom portion of the tank.
Flow / Lighting Requirements for 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia
24k Tip Torch Euphyllia requires moderate lighting and moderate to strong waterflow.
Parasites & Diseases that Affect 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia
The 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia is prone to brown jelly infection, especially if there is minimal waterflow.
24k Tip Torch Euphyllia Origin
The 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia can be found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific Ocean. They are considered as a threatened species listed under Appendix II of the CITES List, which means that their international trade is monitored.
Caution Should be Taken with 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia
The 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia has a semi-aggressive behaviour. With this, proper spacing in relation to other coral specimens is recommended.
How to Acclimate 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia
Since 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia is a marine species, salinity must be entirely maintained at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.
Stinging Tentacles on 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia
The 24k Tip Torch Euphyllia have long sweeper tentacles that can sting nearby corals.
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