Avocado Frogspawn

About this coral

Avocado Frogspawn is an LPS coral in the Euphyllia group, sold under that common “frogspawn” name for its distinctive clustered polyp structure. In a reef aquarium, it’s used as a centerpiece coral and provides movement as its tentacles extend under suitable lighting and water movement.

Features:

• Euphyllia-style frogspawn generally does best under moderate lighting, helping its polyps extend without excessive glare
• A medium flow is typically suitable, as it encourages natural polyp movement without blasting the tissue
• Best viewed on the aquarium’s scape where its tentacles can fully expand and sway with the current
• Like many LPS corals, it can respond well to occasional feeding with suitably sized meaty foods
• Stable water chemistry supports long-term health for LPS corals, including calcium and alkalinity availability
• Provide ample space around the coral since LPS tissue can be sensitive to physical contact and competition
• Aim for consistent conditions during acclimation to reduce stress on extended polyps

Specifications:

• Group: LPS coral (Euphyllia/frogspawn type)
• Lighting: Moderate light (general Euphyllia guidance)
• Water flow: Medium flow (general Euphyllia guidance)
• Placement: In a stable spot where it receives moderate light and medium flow, with room to prevent contact with other corals
• Feeding: Occasional target feeding with appropriately sized meaty foods (general LPS guidance)
• Temperature: ~75–80°F (24–27°C), typical reef range
• Salinity: ~1.020–1.026 specific gravity (typical reef range)
• pH: ~8.1–8.4 (typical reef range)
• Alkalinity: ~8–12 dKH (typical reef range)
• Calcium: ~380–450 ppm (typical reef range)
• Magnesium: ~1,250–1,350 ppm (typical reef range)