Tank setup
A minimum 150L aquarium suits Hydnophora. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Temperature
24° - 27 °C
Max size
15 cm
Min tank
150 L
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A fast-growing branching coral that is notably aggressive — it will chemically and physically attack anything it reaches. Give it a rock of its own.
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Everything you need to keep Hydnophora healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 150L aquarium suits Hydnophora. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 8.1–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Hydnophora is photosynthetic; benefits from feeding. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Hydnophora is generally highly aggressive toward neighbours. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized highly aggressive toward neighbours tankmates in invertebrates. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Hydnophora vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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