Rainbow Orange Hammer
£50.00
2 in stock
Description
Fimbriaphylla parancora (Rainbow Orange Hammer Coral)
AT A GLANCE
Quick facts: Care level: Easy–Moderate · Lighting: Moderate · Flow: Low–Moderate · Feeding: Benefits from feeding
WHY SHOULD I BUY THIS CORAL?
The Rainbow Orange Hammer Coral is a vibrant and highly desirable hammer coral variety, prized for its rich orange tentacles accented with contrasting rainbow hues of green, gold, pink, or subtle blues. Its thick, fleshy hammer-shaped tips display strong fluorescence and slow, rhythmic movement, creating a bold yet elegant visual effect. This coral delivers excellent colour impact while remaining hardy and adaptable, making it a standout feature in LPS and mixed reef aquariums.
CARE LEVEL
Easy–Moderate
Suitable for established reef systems with stable and consistent water parameters.
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 water chemistry is essential for proper polyp inflation, colour retention, and healthy skeletal growth.
LIGHTING
• Moderate
• PAR Range: 80–150 PAR
Moderate lighting promotes strong coloration and full polyp extension. Gradual acclimation is recommended when introducing to brighter systems.
PLACEMENT
• Bottom / Lower rockwork
Place on secure rockwork or the sandbed with the skeleton fully supported. Allow adequate space for expansion and nighttime sweeper tentacles.
FLOW
• Low–Moderate
Provide gentle, indirect flow that allows the hammer polyps to sway naturally without being blasted or forced to retract.
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
Supplemental feeding supports thicker tissue, improved growth rate, and enhanced colour vibrancy.
COMPATIBILITY & BEHAVIOUR
• Temperament: Semi aggressive
• May extend sweeper tentacles, especially at night
• Requires spacing from neighbouring corals
• Can coexist with other Euphyllia / Fimbriaphylla species if adequate space is provided
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Family: Euphylliidae
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• Natural Habitat: Lagoonal reefs and sheltered reef slopes
• Typical Depth Range: 5–25 m
WHY WE RECOMMEND THIS CORAL
✔ Bright orange coloration with rainbow highlights
✔ Classic hammer coral movement and thick, fleshy polyps
✔ Hardy and forgiving LPS coral
✔ Excellent feature coral for lower tank placement
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
