Lime Green
(Fimbriaphyllia paraancora)

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Lime Green Hammer Coral: A Vibrant Underwater Gem

Add a splash of vivid colour to your marine aquarium with this stunning Lime Green Hammer Coral, known for its captivating tentacles and gentle sway.

Overview

The Lime Green Hammer Coral, scientifically known as *Fimbriaphyllia paraancora*, is a stunning large polyp stony (LPS) coral. Its most distinctive feature is its fleshy polyps, each adorned with hammer- or anchor-shaped tentacle tips that create a mesmerizing display as they gently move with the water’s current. These corals are found in the Indo-West Pacific region and are colonial, with each branch forming a single corallite. Their vibrant green coloration, often with subtle variations, makes them a sought-after centrepiece for any reef aquarium, offering both beauty and dynamic movement.

Care Level

This coral is considered easy to moderate in care, making it suitable for both beginner and experienced aquarists. While generally hardy, it is semi-aggressive due to its sweeper tentacles, requiring adequate space from other corals to prevent stinging. Stable water parameters are key to its health and vibrant appearance.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 75 litres (approximately 20 gallons) is recommended. It thrives in stable water conditions with a pH range of 8.1–8.4 and a temperature of 23–27°C (73–81°F). Moderate, indirect water flow is ideal to encourage polyp extension without causing tissue damage.

Diet

Primarily photosynthetic, it derives energy from symbiotic zooxanthellae. Supplement its diet with target feedings of meaty marine foods like mysis shrimp or brine shrimp a few times per week for optimal health and growth.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy healthy aquarium fish and corals online from Corais de Vidro, you receive vibrant specimens responsibly sourced and meticulously acclimated. Our rigorous quarantine processes and expert packing ensure your coral arrives in pristine condition, ready to flourish in your reef.

• Scientific Name: *Fimbriaphyllia paraancora*
• Common Name / Variant: Lime Green Hammer Coral / Branching Hammer Coral
• Maximum Size: Corallites up to 4 cm in diameter
• Origin: Indo-West Pacific (Indonesia, Australia, Japan)
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 23–27°C
• Lifespan: Up to 20 years
• Swimming Zone: Mid to bottom

Bring the vibrant allure of this exquisite Hammer Coral to your reef today!