Species: Favia sp.
Coral Type: LPS Coral (Large Polyp Stony)
Physical Description: Flame Boy Favia is a high-impact LPS coral known for its fiery coloration and strongly contrasted polyp structure. It typically features a dark base ranging from deep charcoal to brown or forest green, overlaid with intensely glowing “flame-like” corallite centers. These centers commonly display vivid shades of neon orange, bright red, and electric yellow, often blending in gradients that resemble flickering fire across the colony surface. Each polyp is distinctly raised and well-defined, giving the coral a rugged, brain-like texture that enhances its dimensional appearance. Under actinic and blue-spectrum lighting, the fluorescent pigments intensify dramatically, producing a molten, ember-like glow that appears to pulse across the coral.
Coral Type: LPS (Large Polyp Stony)
Lighting: Low to Moderate (approximately 50–150 PAR)
Flow Rate: Low to Moderate with gentle, indirect flow to support full polyp expansion and prevent tissue stress
Food Requirements: Primarily photosynthetic but benefits from regular target feeding of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, chopped seafood, or LPS coral blends
Aggression: Moderate; capable of extending sweeper tentacles at night and should be given adequate spacing from neighboring corals
Substrate: Best placed on stable rockwork or lower reef structures where it can safely expand without contact from more delicate species
We maintain a rigorous, veterinarian-approved quarantine program that includes proactive treatments, careful observation, and daily monitoring to ensure the highest standards of coral and invertebrate health. Our biosecurity practices reduce the risk of any cross-contamination between systems, meaning all our livestock are ready for your display tanks.
