Starry Favia coral
Favia stelligera
CoralMarine
Favia stelligera forms massive, often encrusting or dome-shaped colonies. Polyps are small and very numerous, giving a starry appearance. Color is usually brown, gray or beige, sometimes with greenish hues. Septa are well marked and radiating. It is an extremely hardy species, ideal for beginners. Growth is slow but continuous.
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
Difficulty1/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank50 L
Min. group1
Adult size10 cm
Lifespan10 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: very peaceful, tolerates a wide range of conditions. Propagation by fragmentation. Difficulty 1/5.