Common Names

Bullseye Coral, Candycan Coral, Favites Coral, Hedgehog Coral, Lesser Knob Coral, Maze Brain Coral, Trumpet Coral

Origin

Australia, Fiji, Maldives.

Description

Faviidae are easy to care for and a good choice for beginners.

Care Level: Easy

Placement: Middle

Lighting: Moderate

Flow: Medium

Conditions: 74°-83°, s.g. 1.023-1.025, Phosphates 0, Cal 400-430, dKH 8-11, Mag 1200-1350, Sr 8-10

Conditions & Placement

Faviidae like medium flow and moderate lighting. They are not very aggressive corals however care needs to be taken regarding placement as their sweeper tentacles pack a powerful sting to other corals.

Feeding

Faviidae get much of their energy through photosynthesis but do have a healthy appetite and can be fed when their tentacles are extended. It is not necessary however as they will feed throughout the day from the water column. It is best to turn off wavemakers during feeding time.

Maintenance

Monthly water changes of 20% or bi-weekly water changes of at least 10% are suggested.

Warnings

Care should be taken to clean detritus from between the branches of Faviidae.