Potato Chip Coral (Pavona cactus)

Coral in the family Agariciidae.

Potato Chip Coral

Quick facts

Scientific namePavona cactus
FamilyAgariciidae
Minimum tank size75 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea to Hawaii and Australia, inhabiting reef slopes and drop-offs.

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