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Orange Pavona Live Aquaculture SPS Coral

from $27.95

Orange Pavona Live Aquaculture SPS Coral is a very eye catching addition to any tank. It has neon orange polyps accentuating its Light Purple base. 

Pavona are commonly referred to as Cactus Corals as several of their growth forms resemble cacti. They are a fast growing SPS Coral and can quickly form a large colony from a single frag. They are considered one of the easiest SPS corals to care for. 

Pavona do best in Medium lighting. Pavona generally do not change color as much as other SPS corals, and do not really benefit from higher lighting than they need. Lights that are too bright tend to bleach the coral. If you already have strong lighting, it may require a longer acclimation period to intense lighting such as metal halides and higher wattage LED's.

Strong water movement is recommended. This is for two reasons, first it both carries food to the colony better and keeps detritus from building on the colony. When detritus settles on the coral, it can die back and unfortunately the different growth forms all can fall victim to dead flow areas. The second reason is aesthetically it looks nice to see the tentacles blow around. One of the major criticisms of SPS dominant aquariums is a lack of movement in the corals themselves. You kind of have to find movement when you can, so in the more furry examples of Pavona, a good strong current can produce a nice aesthetic. 

Pavona relies heavily on the products of their zooxanthellae but also may feed on rotifers and similarly sized microfauna in the water column.

Frag size: 1,5''+

Colony sizes about 4” available for sale as part of our ongoing aquaculture program.

Size:

Orange Pavona Live Aquaculture SPS Coral is a very eye catching addition to any tank. It has neon orange polyps accentuating its Light Purple base. 

Pavona are commonly referred to as Cactus Corals as several of their growth forms resemble cacti. They are a fast growing SPS Coral and can quickly form a large colony from a single frag. They are considered one of the easiest SPS corals to care for. 

Pavona do best in Medium lighting. Pavona generally do not change color as much as other SPS corals, and do not really benefit from higher lighting than they need. Lights that are too bright tend to bleach the coral. If you already have strong lighting, it may require a longer acclimation period to intense lighting such as metal halides and higher wattage LED's.

Strong water movement is recommended. This is for two reasons, first it both carries food to the colony better and keeps detritus from building on the colony. When detritus settles on the coral, it can die back and unfortunately the different growth forms all can fall victim to dead flow areas. The second reason is aesthetically it looks nice to see the tentacles blow around. One of the major criticisms of SPS dominant aquariums is a lack of movement in the corals themselves. You kind of have to find movement when you can, so in the more furry examples of Pavona, a good strong current can produce a nice aesthetic. 

Pavona relies heavily on the products of their zooxanthellae but also may feed on rotifers and similarly sized microfauna in the water column.

Frag size: 1,5''+

Colony sizes about 4” available for sale as part of our ongoing aquaculture program.

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Lighting: High and stable PAR levels are crucial for SPS health and vibrant coloration. These corals thrive best under strong, consistent lighting provided by high-quality LED, T5, or hybrid fixtures. Proper acclimation to light intensity helps prevent bleaching and promotes steady growth.

Flow: Strong, turbulent water movement is essential to keep delicate tissues clean, deliver nutrients, and encourage healthy polyp extension. A random, alternating flow pattern works best to mimic natural reef conditions.

Placement: Position SPS frags or colonies on mid to upper rockwork to maximize both light and flow exposure. Secure mounting is important, as SPS corals often encrust rapidly before branching outward. Strategic placement also allows room for future growth without shading neighboring corals.

Water Quality: Pristine and stable water parameters are non-negotiable. Maintain balanced alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium levels, with low but detectable nutrients to sustain healthy growth and coloration. Even small parameter fluctuations can affect SPS polyp extension or lead to color loss, so consistent monitoring and dosing are key.

Feeding: While SPS corals derive most of their energy from photosynthesis via their symbiotic zooxanthellae, they also benefit from occasional broadcast feeding of fine particulate coral foods to enhance growth, coloration, and overall vitality.

Difficulty: Best suited for intermediate to advanced hobbyists. SPS corals thrive in well-established reef systems where conditions remain stable over time and regular testing is part of the routine.

Sustainability: All SPS corals offered by coralSLover are fully aquacultured with zero wild collection, making them eco-conscious, tank-hardy, and better adapted to aquarium life.

Disclaimer:
Corals on the pictures are not WYSIWYG, photos was made under different lighting (blue or white lights) and in different tank (our show of frag tanks). You will get coral size as described, shape and color could be slightly off due to shipping stress.
After shipping stress soft corals (Mushrooms, Cloves, all types of  Leathers) always will  look shrink and colorless, won't look as on photos. For them to recover and adjust to new environments they will need 3-7 days in low lights and flow. Specially for mushroom we recommend to keep they under 100PAR and less.