Rose Lips favia

About this coral

Rose Lips favia is an LPS (large polyp stony) coral sold under the “favia” grouping. In general aquarium terms, favia corals are brain corals (Favia spp.) valued for their bold, textured look and relatively hardy LPS husbandry when conditions are kept stable. This coral is a good choice for aquarists building a mixed reef who want an eye-catching LPS that can benefit from consistent placement, appropriate light, and regular water-chemistry maintenance.

Features:

• LPS “brain coral” form (Favia spp.) with a substantial, textured appearance that stands out in reef aquascapes
• Generally considered hardy among LPS when maintained in stable reef conditions
• Best kept with moderate light and moderate flow to support normal polyp behavior and debris removal
• Benefits from target-feeding on the coral (as with many LPS), rather than relying only on passing particulates
• Adds an LPS species option for mixed reefs that need reliable calcium/alkalinity support
• Works well as a bottom-to-mid placement coral, where lighting is not overly intense

Specifications:

• Care level (general): Hardy LPS; does best with stable conditions
• Light: Moderate to lower lighting; avoid overly intense light
• Water flow: Moderate flow
• Temperature: About 76–80°F (24–27°C)
• Salinity: About 1.024–1.026 specific gravity
• pH: About 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity: About 8–11 dKH
• Calcium: About 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium: About 1250–1350 ppm
• Feeding (general): Can be fed small meaty foods placed on/near the coral (LPS feeding)