Favia favus Coral
Favia favus
Familia : Merulinidae
Massive LPS coral with honeycomb-like corallites. Common and hardy species.
Descripción
Favia favus forms massive, hemispherical or encrusting colonies. Corallites are polygonal, tightly packed, 3-6 mm, with well-developed septa. Color is usually brown, green or gray, sometimes with colored centers. It can reach 30 cm. Slow growth. It prefers moderate light and moderate flow. It is peaceful and hardy. It is often used in reef aquariums for its robustness.
Hábitat
Región :
Coral reefs, slopes and lagoons
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Parámetros recomendados
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Notas de cuidado
Parameters: temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025. Calcium 400 ppm, magnesium 1300 ppm. Moderate lighting (PAR 100-150), moderate flow. Feeding: photosynthetic, appreciates zooplankton. Minimum tank volume 100 liters. Compatible with most reef fish. Easy fragmentation. Tolerant of moderate nutrients (NO3 < 15 ppm, PO4 < 0.1 ppm).