24K Gold Cristata Torch

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AT A GLANCE
Quick facts: Care level: Easy–Moderate · Lighting: Moderate · Flow: Low–Moderate · Feeding: Benefits from feeding

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WHY SHOULD I BUY THIS CORAL?
Euphyllia cristata is a highly desirable Euphyllia species known for its broad, fleshy polyps and classic hammer-shaped tips. Featuring soft greens, golds, creams, or subtle pink hues with gentle fluorescence, this coral makes an excellent addition to mixed reef and LPS-dominant aquariums. Its slow, graceful movement and solid wall growth form create a bold yet elegant focal point in any reef display.

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CARE LEVEL
Easy–Moderate
Suitable for established reef systems with stable parameters.

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WATER REQUIREMENTS & GENERAL CARE

• Temperature: 24–27 °C
• Salinity: 1.024–1.026 (32–35 ppt)
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity: 8–10 dKH
• Calcium: 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm
Stable parameters are essential for long term health, colour retention, and growth.

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LIGHTING
• Moderate
• PAR Range: 80–150 PAR

Best coloration and polyp inflation are typically achieved under moderate reef lighting with gradual acclimation.

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PLACEMENT
• Bottom / Lower rockwork

Place on stable rockwork or sandbed, ensuring the skeleton is fully supported to prevent damage.

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FLOW
• Low–Moderate

Provide gentle, indirect flow that allows the polyps to sway without being forcefully pushed.

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FEEDING
• Photosynthetic: Benefit from feeding
Recommended feeding schedule:
• 1–2 times per week
Accepted foods:
• Finely chopped mysis or brine shrimp
• LPS pellets
• Reef roids or fine powdered coral foods
• Liquid coral foods or amino acids

Regular feeding improves tissue fullness, growth rate, and overall coral health.

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COMPATIBILITY & BEHAVIOUR
• Temperament: Semi aggressive
• May extend sweeper tentacles, especially at night
• Keep clear of neighbouring corals to avoid stinging
• Can coexist with other Euphyllia species if given adequate space

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Family: Euphylliidae
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• Natural Habitat: Lagoonal and sheltered reef environments with moderate water movement
• Typical Depth Range: 5–25 m

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WHY WE RECOMMEND THIS CORAL
✔ Classic hammer coral appearance with thick, fleshy polyps
✔ Hardy Euphyllia species suitable for a wide range of reef keepers
✔ Excellent centrepiece coral for lower tank areas
✔ Strong visual impact with relatively slow, controlled growth

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DISCLAIMER
• Coral appearance may vary under different lighting conditions
• Size and colour may differ slightly from stock images
• Ensure adequate spacing when placing new corals
• All corals are supplied healthy and pest checked