Matthai's Favia coral
Favia matthaii
Family : Merulinidae
Massive or encrusting coral, often brown or green, common on reefs.
Description
Favia matthaii forms massive or encrusting colonies, sometimes dome-shaped. Polyps are large and fleshy with short tentacles. Color ranges from brown to green, sometimes with purple hues. It is often confused with Favia pallida but differs by finer septa. It is a hardy species tolerating variable conditions. Growth is slow to moderate.
Habitat
Region :
Shallow coral reefs, reef slopes
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
Parameters: temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025, calcium 400-450 mg/L, magnesium 1250-1350 mg/L, moderate light, moderate flow. Feeding: photosynthesis (zooxanthellae), plankton, microalgae, liquid food. Minimum tank volume 50 L. Compatibility: peaceful, avoid aggressive corals. Propagation by fragmentation. Difficulty 2/5.
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