Moderate to low PAR (80–150). Too much light may cause color loss or tissue recession. Acclimate slowly under blues for best color pop.
🌊 Flow:
Low to moderate. Avoid direct blast from powerheads to prevent tissue damage. Gentle, randomized flow helps keep it clean.
📍 Placement:
Bottom to mid-level of the tank. Ensure stable rock or frag rack placement. Keep space between it and neighbors—it has sweeper tentacles!
🧪 Parameters:
Temp: 76–78°F 🌡️
Salinity: 1.025
Alkalinity: 8–9 dKH
Calcium: 420–450 ppm
Magnesium: 1300–1400 ppm
Nitrates: 5–10 ppm
Phosphates: 0.03–0.08 ppm
🍽️ Feeding:
Optional but appreciated. Target feed meaty foods (reef roids, mysis, coral-specific blends) 1–2x per week with lights off or when tentacles are extended.
🔧 Care Tips:
Monitor for algae or detritus buildup.
Avoid placing under aggressive corals.
Maintain stability—chalices hate sudden swings.
🌈 Color Boosting Tip:
Strong blue spectrum lighting + trace elements (especially iron and iodine) can enhance those firey reds and icy greens!
📸 WYSIWYG Ready?
Yes—growth patterns and color intensity vary, so what you get might differ slightly.
