{"product_id":"favia-green","title":"Favia-Green","description":"\u003cp\u003eCoral photographs may differ slightly from the actual coral you receive. Many of our coral images are taken under blue-spectrum aquarium lighting and may be enhanced with a blue light filter to better showcase fluorescence and coloration. As a result, colours and appearance can vary depending on your aquarium lighting, water conditions, and viewing angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe strive to represent each coral as accurately as possible, but natural variations in colour, pattern, size, and growth form should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:45f1c632-f74a-4cc0-9206-851aae5ddc16-20\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:45f1c632-f74a-4cc0-9206-851aae5ddc16-20\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:45f1c632-f74a-4cc0-9206-851aae5ddc16-20\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-14\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"ac0a1022-0254-4c97-bb19-d8d53844ff14\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rmw5tv\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"41\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"510\"\u003eFavia Corals are among the most colourful and rewarding Large Polyp Stony (LPS) corals available for reef aquariums. Known for their intricate patterns, vibrant colours, and hardy nature, Favia corals develop into impressive dome-shaped colonies covered in individual fleshy polyps. Their striking colour combinations—including fluorescent greens, blues, reds, oranges, purples, and contrasting mouths—make every colony unique and a true standout in any reef display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eUnder blue-spectrum reef lighting, Favia corals display exceptional fluorescence, with their colourful centres and intricate patterns glowing brilliantly. Whether placed as a feature coral or incorporated into a mixed reef, their bold appearance adds texture, depth, and visual interest to the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003eFavia corals are well suited to both beginner and experienced reef keepers thanks to their resilience and adaptability. With stable water parameters and occasional feeding, they grow steadily into beautiful encrusting or dome-shaped colonies that become even more impressive over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1iz91iu\" data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zg8yaq\" data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eStunning fluorescent colours and intricate patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13jvkk4\" data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eHardy and suitable for most established reef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c22hql\" data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eExcellent centrepiece or accent coral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h7o99g\" data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eStrong fluorescence under blue LED lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lf102i\" data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eModerate growth rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"650dz1\" data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eDevelops attractive encrusting and dome-shaped colonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"53o0eh\" data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eIdeal for mixed reef systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qr75ey\" data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1gke92t\" data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eEasy to Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1izbr4o\" data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003eModerate lighting is ideal (approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003e75–150 PAR\u003c\/strong\u003e). Favia corals can adapt to higher light levels if acclimated gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"qc5apt\" data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003eLow to moderate, indirect flow is recommended. Gentle water movement helps keep the coral clean while allowing the fleshy polyps to remain fully extended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"l3x4lr\" data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1920\"\u003eBest placed on the sand bed or lower to middle areas of the aquarium with adequate space around the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ucmidl\" data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f6vdh8\" data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f8334b\" data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.025–1.026 SG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"31wiik\" data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11qx1h3\" data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 dKH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i3vz11\" data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400–450 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k7kk6l\" data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1250–1400 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s32qmj\" data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–15 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dx8neq\" data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003ePhosphate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.03–0.10 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tvu7dw\" data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003eAlthough primarily photosynthetic, Favia corals benefit greatly from occasional target feeding. Foods such as mysis shrimp, finely chopped seafood, Reef Roids, coral pellets, and other LPS foods can encourage faster growth, improved coloration, and healthier tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"purqi0\" data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003eSemi-aggressive. Favia corals produce sweeper tentacles, particularly at night, which can sting nearby corals. Leave at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2596\"\u003e10–15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e of space between the Favia and neighbouring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9ynob9\" data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2665\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2803\"\u003eModerate. Under stable water chemistry and regular feeding, Favia corals gradually develop into large, colourful colonies over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ukcuv6\" data-start=\"2805\" data-end=\"2831\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"3179\"\u003eFavia corals thrive in stable reef aquariums with consistent alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium levels. Avoid sudden changes in water chemistry, as this can cause tissue recession or reduced polyp extension. 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