Chalice coral is a broad term for various species in families like Pectiniidae and Merulinidae, known for their flat, plating or encrusting growth and vivid, often fluorescent colors and patterns. They are popular in reef aquariums for their unique textures and striking “eye” formations, with hues ranging from neon greens and oranges to multi-colored rainbows. Chalice corals prefer low to moderate light, gentle flow, and benefit from target feeding, though they need space as they can extend sweeper tentacles at night to sting nearby corals.
Chalice coral is a broad term for various species in families like Pectiniidae and Merulinidae, known for their flat, plating or encrusting growth and vivid, often fluorescent colors and patterns. They are popular in reef aquariums for their unique textures and striking “eye” formations, with hues ranging from neon greens and oranges to multi-colored rainbows. Chalice corals prefer low to moderate light, gentle flow, and benefit from target feeding, though they need space as they can extend sweeper tentacles at night to sting nearby corals.
