{"product_id":"dragon-scales-hammer-coral","title":"Dragon Scales Hammer Coral","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dragon Scales Hammer Coral, a variant of Euphyllia ancora, is a favourite among reef keepers for its striking appearance and lively movement. This LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral brings a unique texture and form to a reef aquarium, making it a focal point in any display. It’s a classic for a reason, offering both beauty and a manageable care routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular specimen measures approximately 8cm. Dragon Scales Hammers are known for their distinct appearance, with rounded, hammer-shaped polyps that extend from a calcareous skeleton. The polyps sway gently with water flow, revealing subtle shifts in colouration, much like the scales of a mythical creature. The overall colour is a deep, textured hue that adds depth to the reef environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaring for a Hammer Coral is straightforward. They thrive under moderate PAR lighting, ideally between 75-150 PAR, and prefer moderate, indirect water flow to keep their polyps clean and encourage expansion without tearing the delicate tissues. Placement on the sand bed or lower to mid-rockwork is generally suitable. While they host zooxanthellae for their nutritional needs, occasional feeding with target-fed meaty foods like mysis shrimp or copepods can promote faster growth and better health. Maintain stable water parameters: Calcium 400-440 ppm, Alkalinity 8-9 dKH, and Magnesium 1300-1400 ppm. Ensure adequate spacing from other corals, as their sweepers can sting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coral makes an excellent addition for aquarists looking to add vibrant movement and substantial polyp structure. Its distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a WYSIWYG item, so you'll receive the exact specimen pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that colours can look slightly different in person than in photos, depending on your lighting and screen, and the size given is an approximate guide measured at the time of listing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Marine Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50224973021239,"sku":"EMA-LPS-20260924-YDUQ","price":280.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1849\/1739\/files\/39cfb7d1-cbc2-40c6-988a-ddf53b473e66-_MG_5005.png?v=1790284102","url":"https:\/\/easternmarineaquariums.co.nz\/products\/dragon-scales-hammer-coral","provider":"EasternMarine Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}