How difficult is it to keep Galaxea?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the ideal temperature for Galaxea?

The ideal temperature for Galaxea is 24〜27℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Galaxea?

The average lifespan of Galaxea is 10+ years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Galaxea get?

Galaxea typically reaches 10-30cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Galaxea?

Galaxea feeds on: Photosynthesis, Liquid food. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Galaxea?

The price of Galaxea varies significantly depending on variety, size, and individual quality. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Galaxea

Intermediate

Galaxea fascicularis

An LPS coral with white balls on clear tentacle tips. Attacks neighbors with long sweeper tentacles.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

24〜27℃

Lifespan

10+ years

Size

10-30cm

Diet

Photosynthesis, Liquid food

About

Galaxea fascicularis (family Euphylliidae), the galaxy coral, is a large-polyp stony coral abundant on shallow Indo-Pacific reef flats and slopes. Colonies of elongated tubular polyps bear distinctive white spherical acrhelia at their tips that resemble a field of stars—the source of the evocative common name. Colors range from green and brown to gray, with some individuals producing fluorescent green responses under actinic light. Moderate lighting (100–250 PAR) and moderate flow are appropriate. The critical management challenge is Galaxea's extraordinary aggression: sweeper tentacles extending 30 cm or more emerge nightly and inflict severe damage on all neighboring corals. Maintaining generous isolation distances from other specimens in the display is therefore mandatory. Weekly feeding with brine shrimp or small pellets promotes rapid growth. While Galaxea is intrinsically hardy, managing its aggression places it firmly in the intermediate-to-advanced category.

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