{"product_id":"dragon-soul-favia-2-3-polyps","title":"Dragon Soul Favia","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFavia Coral \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f7f8f8; border-top:1px solid #dce3e5; padding:12px 14px; font-size:13px; color:#68777c; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #46545b;\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a general description of the species — the specific specimen you receive may vary in color, size, and appearance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Favia Coral (\u003cem\u003eFavia sp.\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most colorful, endlessly variable, and rewarding LPS corals in the entire saltwater hobby. \u003cstrong\u003eTightly packed polyps sit shoulder-to-shoulder on a shared skeleton, glowing across an extraordinary range of colors — vivid green, blood red, electric orange, blue, gold, purple, and countless multi-tone morphs\u003c\/strong\u003e — creating a mesmerizing \"field of eyes\" display that no other coral family in the hobby quite matches. Every Favia is unique, with its own signature color combination and polyp pattern, and the sheer visual diversity across the species makes it one of the most collectible LPS families in the reef trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the Favia Coral one of the most rewarding LPS additions to any reef is the combination of dramatic color, encrusting growth, and beginner-friendly hardiness. \u003cstrong\u003eFavias grow by encrusting the skeleton edge, gradually adding new polyps and expanding across the frag over time\u003c\/strong\u003e — a single 2 to 3 polyp piece can develop into a full colony of a dozen or more polyps over months and years under stable conditions. Hardy, adaptable, and forgiving of typical reef parameters, Favia is one of the best all-around LPS corals for reefers looking to add saturated, jewel-tone color without commitment to demanding care. Favia's dramatic feeding response — visible tentacles emerge at night to catch food — is one of the most rewarding behaviors to watch in the entire LPS category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #d8e1e3; border-bottom:1px solid #d8e1e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:18px; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:155px; flex:0 0 155px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block; font-weight:700; color:#173f4b; background:#eef5f5; padding:4px 8px; border-radius:4px;\"\u003eFavia Coral (2-3 Polyps)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#536369; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOne Favia Coral frag with 2 to 3 polyps — exact color selected from current availability. Tightly packed polyps with full open expression and jewel-tone coloration. Encrusting LPS that grows into a full colony of daughter polyps over time. Extends visible feeding tentacles at night — dramatic and rewarding to watch.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; border:1px solid #dce4e6; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eLow to Moderate (PAR 75–150)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eLow to Moderate — gentle, indirect flow preferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eMid to lower rockwork or sandbed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eEasy — beginner-friendly LPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eSemi-aggressive — extends sweeper tentacles at night, provide 3-4\" spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003ePhotosynthetic — extends feeding tentacles at night, benefits from target feeding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf9f3; border:1px solid #e4dfc9; border-left:4px solid #aa9b60; border-radius:6px; padding:13px 15px; color:#425158; line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFavia Corals extend sweeper tentacles at night that can sting neighboring corals — provide 3 to 4 inches of spacing from other coral species in all directions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Favia extends visible feeding tentacles at night to catch food; target feeding with mysis, small pieces of shrimp, or coral feeding preparations 1 to 2 times per week dramatically accelerates growth and enhances color saturation. Avoid direct, high-velocity flow which can prevent full polyp expansion. Favia color expression benefits from quality reef lighting with strong blue spectrum coverage — under-lit specimens may appear more muted, while properly lit specimens display full saturated color. Maintain stable alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium levels to support skeletal growth and consistent coloration. Favia is one of the hardiest LPS corals in the hobby and forgives typical parameter fluctuations, making it an excellent choice for beginner and intermediate reefers building a color-focused LPS collection.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e🔍 Aquarium Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Favia Coral is one of the most colorful and rewarding LPS corals available to reef keepers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:0; padding-left:20px; color:#495b62; line-height:1.75;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTightly packed polyps in vivid jewel-tone colors — one of the most color-diverse LPS families in the hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncrusting growth pattern gradually expands into a full colony over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA hardy, beginner-friendly LPS with striking color saturation and dramatic night feeding response — one of the most collectible and photogenic corals in any mixed reef display\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:7px;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\" style=\"color: #1d5c78;\"\u003eSpecies Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f6f8f9; border: 1px solid #dde4e7; border-left: 4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius: 10px; padding: 13px 15px; font-size: 13px; color: #607078; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #46545b;\"\u003eLivestock Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 10px;\"\u003eDue to natural variation, the Favia Coral you receive will be selected based on current availability and may range across the full spectrum of colors and patterns available in this species — including green, red, orange, blue, gold, purple, and countless multi-tone combinations. Specific color and pattern cannot be guaranteed and are determined at packing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003ePhotographs are representative examples. Individual specimens may vary in polyp size, polyp count, and color expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eAs with all live animals, proper acclimation and a suitable, established environment are essential for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49524504002819,"sku":null,"price":31.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/hf_20260826_200133_3202b4ce-1c59-49b7-ad8d-267f328d08c1.jpg?v=1787775071","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/dragon-soul-favia-2-3-polyps","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}