Species: Galaxea sp.
Coral Type: LPS Coral (Large Polyp Stony)
Physical Description: Starburst Galaxea is a highly dramatic LPS coral known for its intense fluorescence and explosive polyp structure. It typically features a glowing base of neon green to golden-yellow, with each polyp radiating a bright contrasting center that can appear white, cream, or icy blue under certain lighting conditions. The corallites are raised and tightly packed, giving the colony a textured, crystalline surface that expands into dome-like formations over time. Under actinic and blue-spectrum lighting, the fluorescent pigments intensify dramatically, creating a “starburst” effect that appears to radiate light from each polyp across the colony.
Coral Type: LPS (Large Polyp Stony)
Lighting: Moderate (approximately 80–180 PAR)
Flow Rate: Moderate with steady, indirect flow to keep tissue clean and promote full polyp extension
Food Requirements: Primarily photosynthetic but benefits from regular target feeding of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, chopped seafood, or LPS coral blends
Aggression: High; capable of extending long, powerful sweeper tentacles at night and requires significant spacing from other corals
Substrate: Best placed on stable rockwork or isolated reef structures with ample clearance from neighboring corals
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.
