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Favites Coral Profile

By Stan & Debbie Hauter, About.com

Daniel Ross' Green Closed Brain Coral

Daniel Ross' Green Closed Brain Coral

Genus:

Favites

Common Species

  • F. abdita
  • F. complanata
  • F. flexuosa
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    Common Names

  • Moon Coral, Pineapple Coral, Brain Coral, Closed Brain Coral, Star Coral.

    • Notes

  • Prefer bright lights, however will tolerate much lower levels.
  • Will tolerate a gentle current.
  • Some Favites will attach to substrate if not moved for several months.
  • Favites can be fed and seem to appreciate a squirt or two of brine shrimp at night.
  • Care should be taken with placement, as they can send out transparent sweeper tentacles at night.
  • Considered by many to be an easier coral to keep.

    • Suggested Reading

    Free E-Mail Class - "Saltwater Aquariums 101 - Getting Started"How To Set Up A Saltwater Aquarium In 10 Easy StepsSeven Cardinal Sins of Saltwater Aquaria Keeping

    Suggested Reading

    Soft Coral Photos SPS & LPS Coral PhotosFeeding Corals - Corals Need More Than Light

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