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(Anthelia glauca )

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Waving Hand Coral: Graceful Motion for Your Aquarium

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

Overview

The Waving Hand Anthelia (*Anthelia glauca*) 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. Often appearing in shades of pink, tan, white, or brown, this fast-growing coral can quickly establish a lush colony, transforming your rockwork into a living landscape. They are not typically known for pulsing like Xenia species.

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.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 40 litres is recommended. 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.

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.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Anthelia glauca 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.

• Scientific Name: *Anthelia glauca*
• Common Name / Variant: Waving Hand Anthelia / Pulse Coral / Feather Coral / Glove Coral
• Maximum Size: Up to 15 cm (polyps)
• Origin: Indo-West Pacific Ocean
• pH Range: 8.0–8.4
• Temperature: 22–28°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Mid | Bottom (on rockwork)

Add dynamic movement to your reef with this easy-care coral!