{"product_id":"green-marble-hammer-fimbriaphyllia-sp","title":"Green Marble Hammer - Fimbriaphyllia sp.","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Marble Hammer - Fimbriaphyllia sp.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Marble Hammer is a striking LPS coral admired for its marbled green colouration, fleshy hammer-shaped polyps and graceful swaying movement. Its patterned appearance adds depth and contrast under reef lighting, making it a desirable feature coral for mixed reef aquariums and LPS-focused displays with stable water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Marble Hammer, Marble Hammer Coral, Green Hammer Coral, Hammer Coral, Euphyllia Hammer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFimbriaphyllia sp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLPS Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFleshy polyp coral with hammer or anchor-shaped tentacle tips, growing from a hard calcium carbonate skeleton.\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\u003eHammer corals are found across Indo-Pacific reef environments, including reef slopes, lagoonal reefs and sheltered mixed coral habitats where they receive moderate light, stable water quality and gentle to moderate water movement.\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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Marble Hammer is best kept under moderate reef lighting, where its colour and polyp extension can develop well without excessive stress. Avoid placing it directly under intense lighting when first introduced, and use gradual acclimation if moving it into a brighter position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLOW TO MEDIUM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide gentle to moderate, indirect flow that allows the polyps to sway naturally. Strong direct flow should be avoided, as it can force the fleshy tissue against the skeleton and may cause irritation, retraction or tissue damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace on lower to middle rockwork where the coral can expand fully and remain secure. Allow generous spacing from neighbouring corals, as Hammer corals can extend well beyond their skeleton and may sting nearby livestock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament \/ Aggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHammer corals can sting nearby corals and may extend sweeper tentacles, particularly when competing for space. Keep it away from delicate SPS, soft corals and other LPS corals unless there is enough room to prevent contact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePhotosynthetic, but benefits from feeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Marble Hammer receives much of its energy from light through its symbiotic zooxanthellae, but occasional feeding can support tissue fullness, colour and growth. Suitable foods include small mysis, fine meaty coral foods, LPS pellets and enriched reef foods. Feed sparingly and avoid oversized foods that may stress the tissue.\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, Green Marble Hammer can gradually develop into a fuller display with healthy polyp extension and steady skeletal growth. Consistent calcium, alkalinity and magnesium levels are important for long-term success.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain stable water parameters and avoid sudden changes in alkalinity, salinity or lighting. Keep the coral away from strong direct flow and allow room for full polyp expansion. Hammer corals can be sensitive to tissue damage, brown jelly infections and rough handling, so inspect carefully before introduction and use coral dips where appropriate. Moderate nutrients, stable chemistry and good spacing will help support strong colour and healthy growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner to Intermediate 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\u003ePremium coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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":"Single Head","offer_id":46821940691117,"sku":"AG-104082","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Double Head","offer_id":46821940723885,"sku":"AG-104083","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Triple Head","offer_id":46821940756653,"sku":"AG-104084","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/GreenMarbleHammer-Fimbriaphylliasp..jpg?v=1783859394","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/green-marble-hammer-fimbriaphyllia-sp","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}