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Hidden Star Coral (Favites abdita)

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Hidden Star Coral
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Where to buy Hidden Star Coral

Best known price right now: $13.30 at World Wide Corals. Prices are checked periodically and may change.

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About Hidden Star Coral

Favites abdita forms compact, dome-shaped colonies with tightly packed corallites. Polyps exhibit a distinctive star-like appearance when extended, displaying colors ranging from brown and tan to yellow, orange, or green, often with contrasting mouth and tentacle coloration.

Key facts

Coloration
Brown to green with recessed polyps
Care difficulty
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Care Requirements
• Moderate to strong indirect lighting (PAR 100–250) • Moderate water flow for polyp extension • Feed small meaty foods 2–3× weekly (mysis, brine shrimp) • Maintain stable pH 8.1–8.3, salinity 1.023–1.025, temp 76–78°F • Avoid direct strong light exposure; prefers shaded reef areas
Additional Notes
Aggressive feeder with sweeper tentacles; space 4–6 inches from neighbors. Nocturnal feeder, so feed in dim light for best results.
Placement Recommendation
Middle
Water Parameters
Temperature: 74-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.026
Appearance Description
Favites abdita forms compact, dome-shaped colonies with tightly packed corallites. Polyps exhibit a distinctive star-like appearance when extended, displaying colors ranging from brown and tan to yellow, orange, or green, often with contrasting mouth and tentacle coloration.
Min tank size
30 gallons
Lighting Requirement
Moderate (100–200 PAR)
Family
Faviidae
Flow Requirement
Medium

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