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Type: HAMMER
Price: 59.99

Gold Branching Hammer

Gold Branching Hammer (Euphyllia parancora) is a warmly stunning LPS coral that brings a rich, natural elegance to any reef system. Its deep chocolate-brown branching stems are crowned with vivid golden-yellow hammer tips that glow warmly under reef lighting, creating a two-tone contrast that feels both bold and organic. The dense, bushy growth habit of this branching variety makes even a single frag an immediately impressive piece in the tank.

As a branching variety, the Gold Hammer has a natural growth advantage — over time, each head will branch and divide, gradually building into a full, multi-headed colony from a single frag. What starts as one head today becomes one of the most eye-catching colonies in your system over the coming months and years.

Gold Branching Hammer is a forgiving and adaptable LPS coral, making it a great choice for hobbyists stepping into large polyp stonies for the first time. Once settled, it is a consistent and reliable grower that rewards patient reef keepers with a truly warm and natural centerpiece.

Available Options

Gold Branching Hammer — Single Head

One branching Gold Hammer head, fragged and healed

Deep brown branching stems with rich golden-yellow hammer tips

Will branch and multiply into a full multi-headed colony over time

Care Information

💡 Lighting
Low to Moderate (PAR 50–150)

🌊 Water Flow
Low to Moderate, indirect

📍 Placement
Mid to lower rockwork

⚙️ Care Level
Easy to Moderate

📈 Behavior
Semi-aggressive — long sweeper tentacles at night

🧪 Feeding
Photosynthetic; benefits from meaty foods 1–2x per week

Special Considerations

Hammer corals extend long sweeper tentacles at night that can sting neighboring corals. Provide adequate spacing — at least 4–6" from other corals in all directions. Avoid direct, high-velocity flow, which can prevent full extension and cause tissue irritation. Brown jelly disease is an occasional risk; maintain good water quality and handle tissue carefully during placement.

🔍 Aquarium Insights

Gold Branching Hammer is a standout addition to any reef system:

Rich golden-yellow tips on deep brown stems — a warm, natural contrast that stands out in any tank

Branching growth habit means one head becomes many — exceptional long-term value from a single frag

A classic LPS coral with timeless appeal — easy to keep and always impressive

Learn More

For detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our Species Library.

Livestock Disclaimer
Due to natural variation, the hammer coral you receive may vary slightly in coloration and size. Photographs are representative examples.

Individual specimens may display differences depending on lighting, flow, and tank conditions.

Size and appearance are provided as general guidelines and may vary slightly from the specimen received.