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- Warren, OH
Hey Reefers! Let's talk Goniopora!
There are several different types of Goniopora (Goni) that come from a variety of countries. Aussie and Indo are the most common, but there are also Gonis that come from Fiji and Tonga! These well-known LPS (Large Polyp Stony) corals have become wildly popular due to their unreal coloration, and long, extended polyps that can be mesmerizing to watch in the flow! Very similar to Torch or Euphyllia movement!
Goniopora come in all shapes, sizes, and colors! Making them a desired choice for fragging and Aquaculture! They come in almost every color you could imagine and every combination in between! Stunning shades of red and pink, to highlighter neon and yellow! Some even have unique patterns on their polyps such as stripes and sparkling glitter! With so much variety within just Goniopora coloration itself, these corals can become highly desired!
When it comes to Goniopora care, we keep our Goni in moderate lighting, although it has been known that you can keep them at several different lighting intensities, if you do so gradually! Reefers should make sure their Goni is getting enough moderate and randomized flow to keep it happy and swaying with it's polyps out, but not too much! As it could cause damage to the polyps and flesh, introducing possible health issues! Providing not enough flow is also an issue, as polyps could sit stagnant and allow for detritus to collect!
Goniopora and Alveopora are extremely similar in appearance; most hobbyists struggle with differentiating the two! Both colorful, LPS corals, with near identical polyp structure, that extend long from their stony bases, make it quite difficult. However, there’s a trick, count the tentacles! At the end of each long, extended polyp, both Alveos and Goni have several tentacles, surrounding the center mouth in a circular pattern. Goniopora have 24 of these tentacles, which are usually, but not always, longer and more wispy. Alveopora only have 12 tentacles, and they are usually much shorter and rounded.
Whether you are a seasoned Goni keeper, or thinking about trying them out, we currently have a breathtaking selection of all kinds! We included several of our favorites currently in stock, and click any photo to shop them all instantly!
