• Name:

    Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon

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  • Family: Fungiidae
  • Species: Lithophyllon
  • Scientific Name: Lithophyllon sp
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| Stone Leaf Coral

General info about Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon

In general, corals coming from the genus Lithophyllon have colonies that may take the form of plates, encrusting or flat laminae and usually has a lobed margin. Their corallites are scaterred in a random order and has no central corallite. They often have a uniform color and their tentacles may extend during daytim.

As for the Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon, they are predominantly colored orange with light blue mouth. This are the water parameters for cultivating Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon: 

  • Calcium: 400 - 450 ppm
  • Alkalinity: 2.86 - 4.29 MEQ/L (8 - 12 dKH)
  • Phosphates: 0
  • Magnesium: 1200 - 1350
  • Strontium: 8 - 10
  • Temperature: 72° - 78° F (22° - 26° C)
  • Salinity / Specific Gravity: 1.023 - 1.025
  • pH: 8.1 - 8.4

Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon Diet & Nutrition

In the wild, Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon has developed a symbiotic feeding relationship with marine algae called zooxanthellae that is living within their tissues. But in captivity, you have to feed them with nanoplankton and you may add dissolved organics in the water.

Fragging / Propagating Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon

A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon. They must be set at the botoom of the tank to simulate their natural wild environment.

Flow / Lighting Requirements for Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon

The Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon requires moderate lighting and moderate waterflow.

Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon Origin

The Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon can be found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific Ocean. They are classified as a near threatened species and has been placed under Appendix II of the CITES list.

Caution Should be Taken with Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon

The Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon has a semi-aggressive behaviour. Proper spacing must be observed in relation to other coral species in the tank.

How to Acclimate Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon

The Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon is a marine species. Therefore, salinity must be maintained thoroughly at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.

Stinging Tentacles on Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon

The Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon has long sweeper tentacles that can sting nearby corals.

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Name Species Family Scientific Name More Detail Added by
Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon Lithophyllon Fungiidae Lithophyllon sp

In general, corals coming from the genus Lithophyllon have colonies that may take the form of plates, encrusting or flat laminae and usually has a lobed margin. Their corallites are scaterred in a random order and has no central corallite. They often have a uniform color and their tentacles may extend during daytim.

As for the Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon, they are predominantly colored orange with light blue mouth. This are the water parameters for cultivating Galactic Inferno Lithophyllon: 

  • Calcium: 400 - 450 ppm
  • Alkalinity: 2.86 - 4.29 MEQ/L (8 - 12 dKH)
  • Phosphates: 0
  • Magnesium: 1200 - 1350
  • Strontium: 8 - 10
  • Temperature: 72° - 78° F (22° - 26° C)
  • Salinity / Specific Gravity: 1.023 - 1.025
  • pH: 8.1 - 8.4
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