{"product_id":"golden-pavona-pavona-sp","title":"Golden Pavona - Pavona sp.","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolden Pavona (Pavona sp.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolden Pavona is an attractive SPS coral valued for its warm golden colouration, textured surface and distinctive spreading growth. With its hardy nature compared with many small-polyp stony corals, it can be a rewarding choice for reef keepers looking to add structure, colour and natural reef texture to a stable marine aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolden Pavona, Pavona Coral, Cactus Coral, Lettuce Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePavona sp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSPS Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEncrusting, plating to leafy or ridged growth form, depending on conditions and placement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePavona corals are found across Indo-Pacific reef environments, including reef slopes, lagoons and shallow reef structures where they receive good light, steady water movement and stable reef conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 24–26°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Range: 8.1–8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity: SG 1.024–1.026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlkalinity: 7–10 dKH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcium: 400–450 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnesium: 1250–1350 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate: Low but detectable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhosphate: Low but detectable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMEDIUM TO HIGH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolden Pavona generally does well under medium to high reef lighting. It can be more forgiving than some delicate SPS corals, but should still be acclimated gradually to brighter light to avoid paling, bleaching or tissue stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlow\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMEDIUM TO HIGH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide moderate to strong, indirect and random flow. Good water movement helps keep the textured surface free from detritus and supports healthy gas exchange. Avoid constant harsh flow directly blasting one area of the coral.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace on middle to upper rockwork where the coral can receive good light and steady flow. Allow space for outward growth and avoid placing it where it may shade or be shaded by faster-growing corals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament \/ Aggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePeaceful to semi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePavona is not usually highly aggressive, but it can compete for space as it grows and may irritate nearby corals on contact. Provide sensible spacing from neighbouring corals, particularly delicate SPS or fleshy LPS species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePhotosynthetic, but benefits from feeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolden Pavona receives most of its energy from light through its symbiotic zooxanthellae. It may benefit from fine coral foods, amino acids and very small particulate foods in a mature reef system, but heavy target feeding is not required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn a stable reef aquarium, Golden Pavona can grow steadily, developing a more textured, plating or ridged structure over time. Growth is best supported by stable alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, lighting and flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolden Pavona is a relatively hardy SPS coral, but it still requires stable water chemistry and consistent maintenance. Avoid large swings in alkalinity, salinity or nutrients, and ensure detritus does not settle on the coral surface. Gradual light acclimation is recommended, especially when moving it into brighter areas. Inspect carefully before introduction and use coral dips where appropriate to reduce the risk of pests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntermediate reefkeepers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegularly available in the coral trade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the coral you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns, colours and growth form will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":46819528048813,"sku":"AG-104079","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Colony","offer_id":46819528081581,"sku":"AG-104080","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/GoldenPavona-Pavonasp..jpg?v=1783771317","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/golden-pavona-pavona-sp","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}