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placement for Goniopora corals
Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2025 4:32 pm
by trail9
So I just got a Goniopora and I'm kinda lost on where to put it. My tank's a 40-gallon with moderate flow, T5 lighting, and some softies in there. Any tips on the sweet spot for these guys?
Re: placement for Goniopora corals
Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2025 5:33 pm
by duskore
Gonioporas do best in low to moderate flow and medium light. I've had success placing mine on the sandbed, slightly elevated on a rock. They don't like direct flow, so keep them away from powerheads.
Re: placement for Goniopora corals
Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2025 6:06 pm
by waverly
Mine melted when I put it too high under my LEDs. Maybe start low and move it up slowly if needed.
Re: placement for Goniopora corals
Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2025 6:58 pm
by Frost
duskore wrote: ↑Wed Jul 30, 2025 5:33 pm
Gonioporas do best in low to moderate flow and medium light. I've had success placing mine on the sandbed, slightly elevated on a rock. They don't like direct flow, so keep them away from powerheads.
Yep, that's the move. Mine's chillin' on a flat rock near the bottom, and it's been happy for months. Just don't let detritus build up around it.
Re: placement for Goniopora corals
Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2025 7:05 pm
by larkon8
Lighting's key here. If your T5s are strong, keep it lower. They can bleach fast if they're not acclimated right. Also, feed them occasionally—they're not just photosynthetic.
Re: placement for Goniopora corals
Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2025 8:08 pm
by trail9
Thanks for the tips, everyone. Gonna try the sandbed spot first and see how it vibes.
Re: placement for Goniopora corals
Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2025 8:25 pm
by duskore
Good call. Let us know how it goes. If the polyps extend fully within a few days, you've nailed the placement.
Re: placement for Goniopora corals
Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2025 10:24 pm
by Frost
waverly wrote: ↑Wed Jul 30, 2025 6:06 pm
Mine melted when I put it too high under my LEDs. Maybe start low and move it up slowly if needed.
That's rough. Did you try feeding it after the melt? Sometimes they bounce back with a little extra care.
Re: placement for Goniopora corals
Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2025 11:31 pm
by larkon8
Yeah, target feeding helps. I use a mix of reef roids and amino acids. Just don't overdo it—water quality's gotta stay pristine.