Description
Fox coral, also known as Nemenzophyllia turbida, is a large polyp stony (LPS) coral. It's a peaceful coral with no visible tentacles, making it easy to maintain and suitable for both novice and experienced reef aquarists. Fox corals thrive in moderate lighting and low water movement, and benefit from the addition of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements in the water.
Here's a more detailed description:
-
Appearance:
Fox corals have a unique appearance with large, fleshy polyps that can extend significantly during the day. They lack visible tentacles and have a pale green or tan color.
-
Care:
Fox corals are relatively easy to care for, requiring moderate lighting, low water flow, and regular additions of calcium, strontium, and other trace elements.
-
Feeding:
They can benefit from additional food like micro-plankton or brine shrimp.
-
Fragility:
The fox coral's skeleton is quite fragile and needs to be handled with care.
-
Compatibility:
Fox corals are generally peaceful and don't typically pose a threat to other corals