{"product_id":"forest-green-hammer-coral","title":"Forest Green Hammer Coral","description":"\u003cp\u003eHammer corals (Euphyllia ancora) are a well-loved LPS coral, known for their swaying polyps and vibrant colours. This particular Forest Green Hammer Coral is a beautiful example, measuring approximately 9cm across, making it a prominent feature in a mixed reef aquarium. Their relative ease of care and captivating movement contribute to their enduring popularity among reef keepers of all experience levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen exhibits a forest green colouration throughout its polyps, with the characteristic hammer-shaped tips that give the coral its common name. The polyps extend from a hard, branching skeleton and gently sway in the water column, creating a mesmerising display. Like many Euphyllia species, it has long, fleshy tentacles that are particularly prominent when fully extended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo thrive, the Forest Green Hammer Coral requires moderate lighting, ideally around 100-150 PAR. It prefers moderate, indirect water flow to prevent tissue damage and allow its polyps to expand fully. Placement on the sandbed or lower to mid-level rockwork is generally suitable. While primarily photosynthetic, supplemental feeding with fine particulate foods or marine snow a few times a week can enhance growth and vitality. Maintain stable water parameters: Calcium at 400-440 ppm, Alkalinity at 8-10 dKH, and Magnesium at 1250-1350 ppm. Hammer corals are semi-aggressive and possess potent stinging tentacles, so ensure ample spacing from other corals to prevent chemical warfare or direct stinging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts striking forest green hue offers a lovely contrast against brighter or more subtle coral colours, adding depth and visual interest to a reef aquascape.\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":50224940711991,"sku":"EMA-LPS-20260924-D8H5","price":250.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1849\/1739\/files\/57e3dd4e-fd66-477c-994b-e5316fa6b2de-_MG_5214.png?v=1790280415","url":"https:\/\/easternmarineaquariums.co.nz\/products\/forest-green-hammer-coral","provider":"EasternMarine Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}