Aqua Green Gold Hammer
Aqua Green Gold Hammer
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Description
Description
Aqua Green Gold Hammer Coral Frag
The Aqua Green Gold Hammer is a striking Euphyllia coral that blends crisp aqua-green tones with warm gold highlights, creating a vibrant yet balanced colour combination. Paired with classic hammer-shaped tentacle tips and constant, flowing movement, this coral delivers standout visual impact without overwhelming the reef.
Its refined mix of cool and warm tones makes the Aqua Green Gold Hammer a versatile feature coral, complementing both modern and natural reef aquascapes.
Natural Habitat & Distribution
Hammer corals (Euphyllia ancora / Euphyllia paraancora) are found throughout the Indo-Pacific, including:
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Indonesia
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Australia (Great Barrier Reef)
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Fiji and Tonga
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The Philippines
In the wild, they inhabit sheltered reef slopes and lagoon environments, where light is moderate and water movement is gentle to moderate.
A Brief History
Hammer corals have long been staples of the reef hobby due to their movement, hardiness, and iconic appearance. Colour blends such as aqua-green with gold highlights have grown in popularity as reef keepers seek corals that offer contrast while remaining elegant and timeless.
The Aqua Green Gold Hammer is valued for its colour stability and dependable performance in home reef systems.
Appearance & Growth
Classed as an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral, Aqua Green Gold Hammer features long, fleshy tentacles ending in distinct hammer-shaped tips.
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Aqua-green base tones with gold highlights
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Strong fluorescence under blue lighting
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Excellent polyp extension when settled
Growth is steady in stable systems, with heads dividing over time.
Placement & Lighting
Aqua Green Gold Hammer performs best under moderate lighting.
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Lighting: Medium
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Best placed in the mid to lower areas of the aquarium
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Excessive light may cause colour fading or tissue stress
Flow Requirements
Provide gentle to moderate, indirect flow. Tentacles should sway naturally without being blasted by direct current.
Water Chemistry
Stable reef parameters are essential. Maintain consistent levels of:
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Calcium
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Alkalinity
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Magnesium
Along with stable salinity and temperature. Regular testing and water changes are recommended.
Feeding
While photosynthetic, Aqua Green Gold Hammer benefits from occasional feeding such as:
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Small meaty foods (mysis, brine shrimp)
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LPS-specific coral foods
Feeding once or twice weekly can support growth and colour.
Temperament & Spacing
Hammer corals are semi-aggressive and may extend sweeper tentacles at night.
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Allow adequate spacing around the frag
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Avoid placing too close to other Euphyllia or delicate corals
Frag Size & Natural Variation
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Frag size: Typically 1 head
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Colour balance and intensity may vary slightly between frags and depending on tank conditions.
Care Summary
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Care Level: Moderate
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Flow: Low–Medium
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Lighting: Medium
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Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
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