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Elegance Coral
AdvancedCatalaphyllia jardinei
Beautiful LPS with long tentacles tipped in fluorescent colors. Placed on sand bed. Vivid fluorescence is the main attraction.
Difficulty
Advanced
Temperature
24〜27℃
Lifespan
10+ years with proper care
Size
15-40cm
Diet
Photosynthesis + mysis shrimp feeding
About
Elegance coral (Catalaphyllia jardinei, family Euphylliidae) is admired for its long, fleshy, flowing tentacles—some tipped with fluorescent balls—that give colonies an exceptionally graceful appearance. Native to sandy and muddy reef slopes of the western Pacific, it should be placed directly on the sand bed rather than mounted on rock. Coloration ranges from green and white to pink and fluorescent green. Sand-dwelling specimens generally acclimate more readily than reef-dwelling ones. Moderate lighting (150–250 PAR) and gentle flow allow full tentacle extension; occasional target feeding with small meaty foods promotes vibrant health.
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Lifespan of the Elegance Coral
The Elegance Coral lives 10+ years with proper care.
Size of the Elegance Coral
The Elegance Coral grows to 15-40cm.
Temperature & humidity for the Elegance Coral
The ideal temperature for the Elegance Coral is 24〜27℃.
Basic Info
Origin
sandy and muddy reef slopes of the western Pacific Ocean
Lifespan
10+ years with proper care
Size
15-40cm
Care Specifications
- Carbonate (KH)
- 8–12 dKH
- Water Temp.
- 24–27℃
- Specific Gravity
- 1.023–1.025
- Salinity
- 33–35 ppt
- Calcium (Ca)
- 400–450 ppm
- Magnesium (Mg)
- 1280–1350 ppm
LPSLight: Medium (PAR 50-150)Flow: LowPlacement: Bottom
Sources: AlgaeBarn: SPS/LPS care (PAR/flow) / AlgaeBarn: Water Parameters 101
References & Sources
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Regulations & Conservation Status
CITES Appendix II
Scleractinia (Catalaphyllia jardinei, Euphylliidae) = Elegance coral. CITES Appendix II.
Sources: DOC NZ / CITES-listed corals (Scleractinia spp. = App. II)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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