Ghost Eyes Favia

About this coral

Ghost Eyes Favia is an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral sold in the aquarium trade under the common name “Favia” / “brain coral.” In practice, this coral type is known for its rounded, encrusting colony form and textured surface, making it a popular centerpiece for reef aquariums that want a hardy, structure-building coral. Use it in your tank for long-term reef growth and for its natural ability to extend feeding/polyp activity—while planning placement with its nighttime sweeper behavior in mind. The exact biological species/morph behind the shop’s name may vary, so the care guidance below is general for Favia-family LPS brain corals. ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))

Features:

• LPS brain-coral style colony with a maze of corallite texture for a visually striking look in reef aquariums. ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Generally considered beginner-friendly/hardy, with the main planning point being nighttime aggression. ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Extends longer nighttime sweeper tentacles, so give it extra spacing from neighboring corals to reduce stinging. ([lunartideaquatics.com](https://lunartideaquatics.com/blogs/species-care/favia-favites-and-cyphastrea-coral-care-guide))
• Thrives under moderate light and low-to-moderate indirect flow, which helps it stay clean without blasting tissue. ([lunartideaquatics.com](https://lunartideaquatics.com/blogs/species-care/favia-favites-and-cyphastrea-coral-care-guide))
• Typically benefits from target feeding (often at night) with meaty coral foods to support fullness and growth. ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Works best in systems that prioritize stable saltwater chemistry rather than frequent parameter changes. ([lunartideaquatics.com](https://lunartideaquatics.com/blogs/species-care/favia-favites-and-cyphastrea-coral-care-guide))

Specifications:

• Coral type (category): LPS coral (Large Polyp Stony), “brain coral” style ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Care level (general guidance): Beginner–Intermediate / Moderate ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Lighting (general guidance): Low–Moderate; PAR about 50–120 (or ~75–150 PAR guidance) ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Water flow (general guidance): Low–Moderate, indirect flow ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Placement (general guidance): Lower to mid-level rock; leave sweeper/tentacle space for nighttime ([lunartideaquatics.com](https://lunartideaquatics.com/blogs/species-care/favia-favites-and-cyphastrea-coral-care-guide))
• Temperature (general guidance): ~76–82°F (ideal target ~78°F used by one care reference) ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Salinity (general guidance): ~1.024–1.026 specific gravity ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• pH (general guidance): ~8.1–8.4 ([fastaquatics.com](https://fastaquatics.com/corals/favia-favites-coral/))
• Alkalinity (general guidance): ~8–11 dKH (also cited as ~8–9 dKH) ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Calcium (general guidance): ~400–450 ppm ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Magnesium (general guidance): ~1250–1350 ppm (also cited as ~1280–1380 ppm) ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Nutrients (general guidance): Nitrate ~2–10 ppm and phosphate ~0.03–0.10 ppm (values may vary by reference) ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))
• Feeding (general guidance): Beneficial; target/meaty foods about 1–2× per week at night ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/favia-coral-care-guide))