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An LPS coral with distinctive rugged appearance. Also called Favia, beautiful with fluorescent colors.
War coral (genera Favites, Goniastrea, and related genera, family Merulinidae) are massive stony corals whose densely packed, contiguous polyps were previously classified under the catch-all genus Favia before modern reclassification. Distributed across Indo-Pacific and Atlantic reefs, their colonies display diverse greens, yellows, browns, and vivid fluorescent colors in collectors' favorites. They are moderately easy to keep under medium lighting (150–250 PAR) with gentle to moderate flow. Their aggressive mesenterial filaments and sweeper tentacles require adequate spacing from neighboring corals. Stable alkalinity and periodic target feeding enhance coloration and promote steady long-term growth.
The War Coral lives 10+ years.
The War Coral grows to 5-30cm.
The ideal water temperature for the War Coral is 24〜27℃.
Origin
tropical coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific and Atlantic
Lifespan
10+ years
Size
5-30cm
Temperature
24〜27℃
Sources: AlgaeBarn: SPS/LPS care (PAR/flow) / AlgaeBarn: Water Parameters 101
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Scleractinia (Favites/Echinopora-type war corals). CITES Appendix II = all species of reef-building hard corals.
Sources: DOC NZ / CITES-listed corals (Scleractinia spp. = App. II)
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Photosynthesis, Liquid food
Moderate lighting (150-250 PAR) is enough. Its fluorescent colors pop under blue light, so lighting with a blue component shows it off best.
Provide low to moderate flow. It is aggressive toward neighboring corals, so leave ample spacing around it.
Stable temperature and KH allow long-term keeping. Avoid sudden parameter swings and do regular, small water changes.
It extends its tentacles to feed at night, so feeding once or twice a week at that time promotes color and growth.
A hardy LPS suited to beginners. Because it is aggressive, check that its tentacles are not reaching and damaging neighboring corals.
Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.
The ideal temperature for War Coral is 24〜27℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of War Coral is 10+ years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
War Coral typically reaches 5-30cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
War Coral feeds on: Photosynthesis, Liquid food. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of War Coral varies significantly depending on variety, size, and individual quality. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: August 31, 2026