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General information - Goniopora is a beautiful but deceptive LPS coral, until recently, it was thought that Goniopora were impossible to keep alive in captivity but thanks to some researches and to new food products now days it can be kept in captivity. According to recent researches lack of Manganese and Iron are probably two of the major factors that make it so easy to keep alive. The varying species typically range in color from brown, to bright green, blue or red. Common Name - flowerpot coral, daisy coral, ball coral Scientific Name - Goniopora Family - Poritidae Photo by: Lawfish
Origin - Indo-Pacific Nutrition - Phytoplankton and zooplankton are essential for the Goniopora, Requires direct feeding with frozen foods such as Cyclops, mysis brine shrimp for best health. Behavior – Semi aggressive Maintenance and care – The Goniopora is very demanding coral.The Goniopora should be placed away from other corals in order to protect her from aggressive corals that can damage it. Water Parameters – Temperature: 77F-84F, PH: 8.1-8.4, Specific Gravity: 1.023-1.026 Lighting- Modarate Water flow- Moderate to strong
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