- Name:
Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia
(View AKA's) - Family: Euphyllidae
- Species: Euphyllia
- Scientific Name: Euphyllia sp
General info about Fathead Golden 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.
This are the water parameters for cultivating Fathead Golden 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
Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia Diet & Nutrition
The Fathead Golden 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 Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia
A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia. They need to be set at the middle or bottom portion of the tank.
Flow / Lighting Requirements for Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia
Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia requires moderate lighting and moderate to strong waterflow.
Parasites & Diseases that Affect Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia
The Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia is prone to brown jelly infection, especially if there is minimal waterflow.
Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia Origin
The Fathead Golden 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 Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia
The Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia has a semi-aggressive behaviour. With this, proper spacing in relation to other coral specimens is recommended.
How to Acclimate Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia
Since Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia is a marine species, salinity must be entirely maintained at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.
Stinging Tentacles on Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia
The Fathead Golden Torch Euphyllia have long sweeper tentacles that can sting nearby corals.
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