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  • Pulsing XeniaPulsing Xenia
  • Golden Perch HammerGolden Perch Hammer
  • Golden Galaxea Long TentaclesGolden Galaxea Long Tentacles
  • Red Dragon's BreathRed Dragon's Breath
  • Red Bush GracilariaRed Bush Gracilaria
  • Pom Pom GracilariaPom Pom Gracilaria
  • Chaeto ChatoChaeto Chato
  • Kenya Tree CoralKenya Tree Coral
  • Green Star PolypsGreen Star Polyps
  • Forest Green AcroporaForest Green Acropora
  • Halloween LeptastreaHalloween Leptastrea
  • Captain Jerk PalythoasCaptain Jerk Palythoas
  • Red Parvispora GracilariaRed Parvispora Gracilaria
  • Caulerpa MexicanaCaulerpa Mexicana
  • Halimeda Macro Algae ReefHalimeda Macro Algae Reef
  • Pineapple Acan Echinata CoralPineapple Acan Echinata Coral
Golden Galaxea Long Tentacles

Golden Galaxea Long Tentacles

Description

Golden Galaxea is a vibrant and colorful coral featuring long tentacles that range from deep gold to bright yellow with white tips and a light green mouth at the center. This hardy stony coral quickly grows additional heads and has a long tentacle variety with extremely fluorescent coloration. The appearance of this coral may change depending on the light and water conditions in the tank.

Ideal Water Parameters

Temperature: 72° – 78 °F pH: 8.1 – 8.4 Salinity: 1.023 – 1.025 Alkalinity: 8 – 11 dKH Calcium: 400 – 450 ppm Magnesium: 1200 – 1350 ppm Phosphates: <0.10 ppm Nitrates: <10 ppm

Placement

Requires plenty of space

Substrate Requirements

No specific substrate requirement; can be placed on a rock or substrate.

Size at Maturity

Variable, depends on tank conditions.

Benefits to the Aquarium Ecosystem

Adds striking coloration and unique structure.

Special Care Instructions

Moderate water flow is recommended. Although it relies heavily on zooxanthellae, feeding finely ground meaty foods can be beneficial. Be cautious of its long tentacles that can extend at night or during feeding time, potentially harming neighboring corals.

Scientific Name
Galaxea fascicularis
Growth Rate
  • Fast
Difficulty Level for Care
  • Moderate
Visual Appeal
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