Long Tentacle Neon Star Goni

About this coral

Long Tentacle Neon Star Goni is a LPS “flowerpot” coral commonly sold under the Goniopora (Goniopora spp.) group name, appreciated for its long, flowing polyps that sway outward from a stony base. In a reef aquarium, it’s typically used as a centerpiece coral where its extended tentacles can be enjoyed, and where its feeding and water-flow needs can be met.

Features:

• Long, extended polyp “flowerpot” look that moves with tank conditions (Goniopora group-level behavior).
• Appreciated as a swaying centerpiece coral when lighting and water flow support good polyp extension.
• Generally kept on rock where it can extend outward from its base; avoid being buried under unstable rubble.
• Often treated as a mid-level to challenging LPS due to their sensitivity in captivity; stable conditions are important.
• Regular feeding is commonly recommended because Goniopora are active consumers rather than relying on light alone.
• Provide gentle to moderate, indirect flow so polyps can extend without being blasted.
• Give nearby corals appropriate spacing because sweepers/extended tentacles can reach beyond the base in the Goniopora group.

Specifications:

• Coral group: Goniopora (flowerpot coral), LPS (general group guidance)
• Care level (general): Mid to difficult/challenging
• Lighting (general): Moderate light
• Water flow (general): Gentle to moderate, indirect
• Feeding (general): Target feed fine foods such as phytoplankton/reef plankton; rotifers and oyster eggs are commonly used in hobby guidance for Goniopora
• Tank placement (general): On rock with room for polyps to extend outward from the base
• Compatibility (general): Semi-aggressive; keep space from neighboring corals due to extended tentacles/sweepers (Goniopora group guidance)