Fascination Favia
Fascination Favia
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Description
Description
Fascination Favia Coral
The Fascination Favia is a bold and characterful LPS coral admired for its rich colour contrast, defined polyp structure, and classic “brain coral” appearance. Deep base tones are accented by contrasting centres, giving this coral excellent depth and visual texture that holds well under a range of reef lighting conditions.
Favias are well known for their durability and strong feeding response, making the Fascination Favia a reliable yet visually striking choice for both mixed reefs and LPS-focused aquariums.
Natural Habitat & Distribution
Favia corals originate from the Indo-Pacific region, with natural populations found across:
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Indonesia
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Australia’s Great Barrier Reef
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Fiji and Tonga
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Papua New Guinea
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Central and Western Pacific reef systems
In the wild, Favia are commonly found on reef slopes and lagoon areas where lighting is moderate and water movement is gentle to moderate.
A Brief History
Favia corals have been long-standing staples in the reef hobby thanks to their hardiness, defined growth forms, and wide range of colour morphs. Named varieties such as the Fascination Favia gained popularity as reef keepers sought corals that combined strong colour with dependable care requirements.
They remain a favourite for aquarists wanting classic LPS structure with modern colour appeal.
Appearance & Growth
Classified as an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral, Fascination Favia displays a compact, encrusting to dome-like growth form.
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Strong colour contrast between walls and centres
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Well-defined corallite structure
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Subtle to strong fluorescence under blue lighting
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Dense, textured surface
Growth is moderate, with gradual outward expansion as the coral matures.
Placement & Lighting
Favia corals adapt well to a range of placements.
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Lighting: Low–Medium
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Suitable for lower to mid areas of the aquarium
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Excessive lighting may cause colour fading
Light acclimation is recommended when moving to brighter zones.
Flow Requirements
Provide low to moderate, indirect flow.
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Enough movement to keep debris from settling
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Avoid strong, direct flow onto the tissue
A gentle, random flow pattern is ideal.
Water Chemistry
Stable water parameters are essential for long-term success.
Maintain consistent levels of:
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Alkalinity
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Calcium
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Magnesium
Favia perform best in systems with low to moderate nutrients rather than ultra-low nutrient environments.
Feeding
Favia are strong feeders and benefit from regular target feeding.
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Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, chopped seafood
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LPS pellets and coral-specific meaty foods
Feed 1–2 times per week when feeding tentacles are visible, ideally during lower light periods.
Temperament & Spacing
Favia corals are semi-aggressive and may extend feeder or sweeper tentacles at night.
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Allow adequate spacing from neighbouring corals
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Avoid placing near delicate species
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Monitor nighttime aggression
Frag Size & Natural Variation
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Frag size: Typically a mounted frag (unless otherwise stated)
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Colour intensity and patterning may vary depending on lighting and tank conditions.
Care Summary
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Care Level: Moderate
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Flow: Low–Medium
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Lighting: Low–Medium
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive
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