Waving Hand Anthelia
(Anthelia elongata)

Description

Waving Hand Anthelia: Dynamic Movement for Your Reef Aquarium

Bring captivating, flowing motion to your marine tank with the graceful Waving Hand Anthelia. Its long, feathery polyps constantly sway, adding vibrant life and natural beauty.

Overview

The Waving Hand Anthelia (*Anthelia elongata*) is a popular soft coral prized for its mesmerizing, continuous waving polyps. These long, delicate tentacles extend from an encrusting mat, creating a dynamic display in your aquarium. Often appearing in shades of pink, tan, white, or brown, and sometimes exhibiting purple or blue hues under intense lighting, this fast-growing coral can quickly establish a lush colony, transforming your rockwork into a living landscape.

Care Level

Considered an easy-care soft coral, the Waving Hand Anthelia is an excellent choice for beginner to intermediate reef keepers. It is peaceful but grows rapidly, so strategic placement is important to prevent it from overshadowing slower-growing corals. Provide stable water conditions for optimal health and growth.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 40 litres is recommended to accommodate its growth. Maintain a temperature range of 22-27°C and a pH of 8.1-8.4. Moderate to high water flow is crucial to encourage full polyp extension and the iconic “waving” motion. Position on isolated rockwork to manage its prolific spreading.

Diet

As a photosynthetic coral, Anthelia relies primarily on its symbiotic zooxanthellae for nutrition. While not strictly necessary, occasional broadcast feeding with phytoplankton or other liquid coral foods can promote faster growth and vibrant coloration.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Anthelia elongata online from us, you receive healthy, aquacultured specimens acclimated to captive life. We ensure ethical sourcing and responsible shipping, so your new coral arrives ready to thrive in your healthy aquarium fish habitat. Trust us for quality marine life.

• Scientific Name: *Anthelia elongata*
• Common Name / Variant: Waving Hand Anthelia / Pink Anthelia
• Maximum Size: Can cover large areas; polyps extend several centimetres
• Origin: Indo-Pacific / [captive-bred]
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 22–27°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Mid | Bottom (on rockwork)

Add this enchanting Waving Hand Anthelia to your reef aquarium today!