Red and Green Favia
Red and Green Favia
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Description
Description
Red & Green Favia Coral Frag
The Red & Green Favia is a classic LPS coral prized for its rich colour contrast and structured, mosaic-like appearance. Deep red base tones are punctuated by vivid green centres, creating a bold yet timeless look that suits both modern and traditional reef aquascapes.
Hardy and dependable, this favia is an excellent choice for hobbyists seeking long-term stability, steady growth, and strong colour without demanding care requirements.
Natural Habitat & Distribution
Favia corals are widely distributed throughout the Indo-Pacific region, including:
Indonesia
Australia
Fiji
Tonga
The Philippines
They are typically found on lower reef slopes and protected reef zones, where lighting is more subdued and water movement is moderate.
A Brief History
Favias have been a mainstay of the reef hobby for decades due to their resilience and distinctive skeletal patterns. Their slow, encrusting growth and wide range of colour morphs have made them particularly popular in mixed reefs.
Red and green morphs remain some of the most sought-after thanks to their strong contrast and excellent colour retention under a variety of lighting systems.
Appearance & Growth
Classed as an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral, the Red & Green Favia features:
Deep red skeletal base
Bright green polyp centres
Defined corallite structure
Excellent colour stability
Growth is slow to moderate, with the coral encrusting and expanding over surrounding rockwork over time.
Placement & Lighting
Red & Green Favia performs best under lower to moderate lighting conditions.
Lighting: Low to Medium
Best placed on the lower to mid-levels of the aquarium
Excessive light may cause tissue recession or muted colour
Flow Requirements
Provide gentle to moderate, indirect flow.
Flow should be sufficient to keep the tissue clean
Avoid strong, direct flow which can damage fleshy tissue
Water Chemistry
Stable parameters are key for long-term health. Maintain:
Calcium
Alkalinity
Magnesium
Alongside consistent salinity and temperature. Regular testing and water changes are recommended.
Feeding
While primarily photosynthetic, Red & Green Favia can benefit from occasional feeding:
Fine coral foods
Micro-plankton
LPS-specific powdered foods
Feeding is optional but may encourage faster growth.
Temperament & Spacing
Favias are considered semi-aggressive and may extend short sweeper tentacles at night.
Allow adequate spacing from neighbouring corals
Avoid placing too close to delicate species
Frag Size & Natural Variation
Frag Size: Approx. 1 inch
As a natural coral, colour intensity and polyp patterning may vary slightly between frags and depending on tank conditions.
Care Summary
Care Level: Easy – Moderate
Flow: Low–Medium
Lighting: Low–Medium
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
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