Duncanopsammia axifuga

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General Description

The Giant Green Polyp Duncan Coral, known scientifically as Duncanopsammia axifuga, is a captivating coral species that was once rare in the United States but is now being aquacultured in coral farms and aquatic facilities. This coral forms colonies with long, tubular corallites displaying striking neon green oral discs and vibrant purple tentacles that extend day and night.

Demands and Hardiness

Native to the deeper waters of Western and Northern Australia and the South China Sea, the Giant Green Polyp Duncan Coral thrives when attached to solid objects in soft, sandy areas. In home aquariums, it is recommended to place this coral in low current areas with low to moderate lighting. It is peaceful in nature and typically coexists well with other non-aggressive corals and invertebrates, as long as it has enough space to grow.

Lighting

For optimal growth and coloration, the Giant Green Polyp Duncan Coral requires low to moderate lighting conditions in an aquarium setting.

Water Flow

This coral species prefers low water flow environments in the aquarium to mimic its natural habitat.

Feeding

While the Giant Green Polyp Duncan Coral primarily sustains itself through photosynthesis via zooxanthellae, it greatly benefits from regular target feedings of meaty marine foods like enriched mysis and brine shrimp.

Supplements

To support the health and growth of the coral, it is recommended to add calcium, strontium, and other trace elements to the aquarium water.

Localization & Habitat

The Giant Green Polyp Duncan Coral is commonly found in the deeper waters of Western and Northern Australia and the South China Sea, where it attaches to solid objects in soft, sandy areas. In these habitats, they propagate readily and often form a continuous mat of tentacles that hide the colony's underlying shape.