Evil Crocodile Chalice

About this coral

ASD Evil Crocodile Chalice

Chalice Coral is a broad common name covering several plating and encrusting LPS genera including Echinophyllia, prized for extraordinary and highly variable colour patterns that make almost every colony a genuine one-of-one collector's piece. Chalice corals (Echinophyllia species) are large polyp stony corals known for their unique, plate-like growth and striking coloration. Their fleshy, undulating polyps make them a vibrant addition to any reef tank.

Features:

• Semi-aggressive with sweeper tentacles extending at night to protect their space. Polyps expand both day and night, adding movement and color to the reef.
• Lower to moderate lighting generally works best; overly intense light can bleach out the fine colour patterns that make chalices desirable.
• Prefer a more relaxed environment when it comes to flow. Low to moderate, indirect flow works best.
• Benefit from occasional target feeding. Their polyps extend at night and will accept small meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, or coral-specific pellets. Feeding 1–3 times per week promotes coloration, polyp expansion, and healthy growth.
• Visually striking LPS corals that add texture, color, and movement to any reef aquarium. Moderately hardy with stable water conditions and moderate lighting.

Specifications:

• Care level: Intermediate
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive (reef safe with spacing)
• Light: Moderate (50–150 PAR)
• Water flow: Low to moderate, indirect
• Placement: Sand bed or lower rockwork
• Adult size: Colonies to 25 cm across
• Diet: Photosynthetic plus supplemental feeding
• Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)
• Salinity: 1.024–1.026 specific gravity
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity: 8–10 dKH
• Calcium: 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium: 1,300–1,400 ppm
• Nitrate: 2–15 ppm (moderate tolerance)
• Phosphate: 0.02–0.10 ppm