Torch Corals: Secret Guide to Success!

In today's article, we'll give you insight into why Torch Corals are pretty easy corals to take care of. 

Torch Coral Care Guide

With the Torch Coral comes a definite commitment to keep testing the water parameters. You have to be at a stage in your hobby where you have good success. 

You have to test Calcium, Magnesium, and alkalinity. Then, on the nutrient side, phosphate and nitrate. Unlike the soft coral family, which you can get by putting Zoas in your tan and Mushrooms in your tank, the lighting, flow, and feeding are not as particular when it comes to the Torch corals. 

They are not hard to care for, but you must make sure you test them regularly and keep your tank stable. 

Feeding

When it comes to feeding, feed a variety of different types of food. However, when you add the food, turn off the flow to ensure every torch coral gets food as needed.

Another thing to take care of is to see how the flesh band underneath the torch coral looks. You want it to be very puffy and extended down in length, meaning it's in growth and health mode. If you see one with a shallow flesh band, it may not be in the best health. 

Flow

With the Torches, you do not want a one-directional flow. The flow should be in carrying motion

Placement and Lighting

When Torch corals first arrive, they are under a lot of stress because they have been shipped. So, initially, put them in a par value of around 75 to 100 to create a stress fee environment. From there, move them up and settle them anywhere from 150 to 275. 

The one with more yellow colors is in the higher par range, like 250 to 275. Others want to stay in the mid-100 range. So, put the newcomers on the sand bed and work their way up into the tank, depending on how bright your lights are. 

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