Aussie Mermaid Hammer

About this coral

Aussie Mermaid Hammer is an LPS coral in the Euphyllia group, commonly known as a hammer coral. In the aquarium, it’s prized for its fleshy tentacles and graceful movement, making it a striking centerpiece coral. As a photosynthetic coral, it uses light for its symbiotic algae while still benefiting from good water motion to help keep its feeding surfaces clear.

Features:

• Hammer-type Euphyllia are LPS corals that add a bold, sculptural look to a reef tank.
• Euphyllia corals thrive in moderate light, making them well-suited to many standard reef lighting setups.
• Medium water flow is generally preferred to support natural tentacle movement without blasting the tissue.
• As an LPS coral, it can respond visually to lighting and flow adjustments, which helps you fine-tune placement.
• Positioning in the “sweet spot” of your tank’s light and flow helps the colony look fuller and more active.
• This coral type can be used to build a mixed-LPS aquascape where different shapes and textures stand out.
• Group-level guidance: treat Euphyllia care as general guidance and adjust based on how the coral responds in your system.

Specifications:

• Scientific group: Euphyllia (hammer coral type)
• Category: LPS coral
• Light guidance: Moderate light
• Water flow guidance: Medium flow