Favia of the Gods

Favia of the Gods: The Divine Multicolored Brain Coral

The Favia of the Gods is an exceptionally rare and highly sought-after collector strain of Favia coral, a type of Large Polyp Stony (LPS) coral. Often referred to as a "Moon Coral" or "Brain Coral," Favia species are prized for their unique coloration and robust, massive growth forms.

This specific strain is named "Favia of the Gods" due to its near-perfect, intense polychromatic coloration, often featuring a base color of metallic blue, violet, or deep purple that contrasts dramatically with neon green or chartreuse centers (corallite mouths) and often incorporates secondary colors like red or pink along the walls (septa/coenosteum). Its vivid colors are highly dependent on clean water and optimal light spectrum.

The Favia of the Gods grows in an encrusting and massive or dome-shaped morphology, with clearly defined individual corallites. It is considered a Hardy LPS coral, but its high value and reliance on stable, pristine water to display maximum color saturation push its care level toward Moderate to Advanced.

Diet & Compatibility:

• Diet: This coral is a Mixotroph, meaning it is primarily Photosynthetic but is also a robust Carnivore. It relies on zooxanthellae for most of its energy.
• Feeding: Supplemental target feeding is highly beneficial for promoting dense tissue and vibrant color. Its mouths are visible and receptive, especially at night when polyps extend. Feed 2-3 times per week with meaty foods, such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, cyclops, or fine coral foods like Reef Roids and amino acid solutions.
• Reef Compatibility: It is Reef Safe but is Aggressive. Favia corals, like other brain corals, extend long, potent sweeper tentacles at night to defend their territory. It is essential to give the Favia of the Gods at least 3-4 inches of clear space from all neighboring corals, particularly passive or delicate species.
• Temperament: Peaceful toward fish and motile invertebrates, but Aggressive/Territorial toward other corals. It should be positioned on mid-to-lower rockwork where it receives moderate, indirect light and moderate water flow. Avoid strong, direct laminar flow which can irritate the tissue.
• Water Requirements: Requires stable parameters. The tank should be mature with low to moderate nutrient levels (Nitrate 5-10 ppm, Phosphate 0.05-0.1 ppm). Critical parameters: Alkalinity (dKH 8.0-9.5), Calcium (400-450 ppm), and Magnesium (1250-1350 ppm). Demands Moderate PAR lighting (100-200 PAR).

Quick Facts

• Scientific Name: Favia sp. (Specific Strain)
• Primary Common Name: Favia of the Gods
• Other Common Names: God Favia, Divine Brain Coral, Polychromatic Favia
• Origin: Cultured/Maricultured (Originals from the Indo-Pacific)
• Max Size: Can grow into large, dome-shaped colonies (8-12+ inches)
• Temperament: Aggressive (Territorial, uses potent sweeper tentacles)
• Diet: Photosynthetic and Carnivore (Benefits greatly from target feeding)
• Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons (Established reef)
• Reef Compatibility: Yes, but requires strict spacing.
• Care Level: Moderate to Advanced