Favites Corals: Colorful Brain Corals for Reef Aquariums
Favites corals bring bold patterns, rich color, and strong structure to reef aquariums. At Corals Depot, each Favites coral is selected for health, coloration, and overall tissue condition. Often known as brain coral, closed brain coral, moon coral, or honeycomb coral, this large polyp stony coral is loved for its maze-like corallites, compact growth, and dramatic reef tank texture.
Favites are closely related to Favia coral and may include popular species such as Favites pentagona, Favites favosa, Favites abdita, and other colorful forms when available. These LPS corals work well on stable rockwork or lower reef tank areas where they can receive moderate lighting, low to moderate water flow, and enough space from nearby corals. With proper placement and stable aquarium conditions, Favites corals can become a durable, eye-catching piece in a saltwater aquarium.
Care Tips:
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Place Favites corals on stable rockwork or lower areas of the reef tank.
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Use low to moderate light and low to moderate indirect water movement.
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Give space from nearby corals, as they may extend sweeper tentacles.
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Maintain stable water quality, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, and nutrients.
