Round Favia coral
Favia rotundata
CoralMarine
Favia rotundata is characterized by massive, rounded colonies, sometimes dome-shaped. Polyps are medium-sized with short, thick tentacles. Color ranges from brown to olive green, sometimes with lighter patches. Septa are thick and well spaced. It is a robust species that tolerates slightly turbid conditions. Growth is slow, forming solid structures.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| GH | 8–12 |
| KH | 7–12 |
| Salinity | 1.023–1.025 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 10 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.1 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank50 L
Min. group1
Adult size18 cm
Lifespan7 ans
TemperamentPeaceful
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, plankton, microalgae. Minimum tank volume 50 L. Compatibility: peaceful, can be kept with other LPS. Propagation by fragmentation. Difficulty 2/5.