Indo Safari Chalice

About this coral

Indo Safari Chalice is a chalice-type LPS coral prized in reef aquariums for its distinctive “eyes” and overall patterning. As an LPS coral, it’s commonly kept on the aquarium rock so its fleshy polyps can extend and display their facial centers. In practice, this coral can be used as a focal piece in a mixed reef, adding bold texture and movement from polyp expansion—while benefiting from stable water conditions and appropriate light and flow.

Features:

• Distinctive chalice “eye” look that makes it a popular centerpiece coral in LPS displays
• LPS polyp extension helps create a more dynamic, living look compared with non-polyped corals
• Typically does best when placed on stable rockwork with room for polyps to extend without constant obstruction
• Generally appreciates moderate lighting and gentle to moderate water movement that avoids direct blasting
• Often benefits from supplemental feeding of suitable meaty foods, especially if tank conditions do not provide enough natural particulate
• Best suited to aquarists who can maintain consistent reef parameters and avoid large swings in salinity, alkalinity, or temperature
• Works well in a community tank when given adequate space from neighbors that can sting or overgrow

Specifications:

• Coral category: LPS coral (chalice-type)
• Care level (general): Moderate; benefits from stable water chemistry and suitable light/flow
• Lighting (general guidance): Moderate to strong reef lighting
• Water flow (general guidance): Gentle to moderate, avoiding strong direct blasts
• Temperature (typical reef range): ~74–78 °F (23–26 °C)
• Salinity (typical reef range): ~1.020–1.026 specific gravity
• pH (typical reef range): ~8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity (typical reef range): ~7–11 dKH
• Calcium (typical reef range): ~380–450 ppm
• Magnesium (typical reef range): ~1,200–1,350 ppm
• Feeding (general guidance): May benefit from occasional supplemental meaty foods when polyps are extended