Hammer Coral Branch
Hammer Branching is a large polyp stony (LPS) coral, commonly known as Euphyllia Hammer Coral or Anchor coral. The polyps are visible throughout the day and night, and the coral hides its skeletal base. The coloration of the tips may be green, tan, or brown, with lime green, yellow, or purple tips on the ends of its tentacles, which glow under actinic lighting. It can resemble torch coral in appearance.
Hammer Branching thrives with moderate lighting and moderate water movement in the aquarium. Weekly feeding with micro-plankton or brine shrimp is recommended for optimal health.
| Size Range | Details |
|---|---|
| Small (SM) | 2 inches to 3 inches, up to 3 heads |
| Middle (MD) | 3 inches to 5 inches, up to 3 heads |
| Large (LG) | 5 inches to 7 inches, up to 3 heads |
FAQ
What lighting conditions does Hammer Coral Branch require?
Hammer Coral Branch requires moderate lighting combined with moderate water movement in the aquarium.
What type of food should I feed my Hammer Coral Branch?
Weekly feeding with micro-plankton or brine shrimp is recommended.
How does the color of Hammer Coral Branch change over time?
The tips of the coral may display green, tan, brown, lime green, yellow, or purple hues, and the tentacles glow under actinic lighting.
Sophie Mills –
The coral grew well in my 55-gallon tank with moderate lighting. The coloration is vibrant, especially under actinic lights. I feed it weekly with brine shrimp and it shows active polyps throughout the day.
Jacob Hill –
It looks like a torch coral and has a nice glowing effect at night. Water movement is key—too much or too little affects its growth. I keep it in a well-circulated area with weekly micro-plankton feedings.
Vanessa Langdon –
Installed it in my reef tank and it has expanded nicely over three months. The purple tips stand out under the actinic light. It’s a beautiful addition to the display and stays active even in low flow zones.