Bicolor Branching Hammer Coral

Two Stunning Colors. Incredible Movement. One Beautiful Reef Addition.

Bring vibrant contrast and flowing movement to your reef aquarium with the Bicolor Branching Hammer Coral from Reef Effect!

This stunning LPS coral features a beautiful combination of contrasting colors, with richly colored tentacles and vibrant hammer-shaped tips that create an eye-catching two-tone appearance. Under reef lighting, its colors come alive as its thick, fleshy tentacles gently sway with the current.

Known for its distinctive branching growth and impressive polyp extension, the Bicolor Branching Hammer is an excellent choice for reef enthusiasts looking to add dimension, movement, and color to their aquariums.

Coral Care Requirements

• Scientific Name: Fimbriaphyllia sp.

• Care Level: Moderate

• Lighting: Moderate (approximately 75–150 PAR)

• Water Flow: Moderate, indirect flow

• Placement: Lower to middle areas of the aquarium

• Temperature: 76–79°F

• Salinity: 1.025–1.026 SG

• Alkalinity: 8–9 dKH

• Calcium: 400–450 ppm

• Magnesium: 1,250–1,400 ppm

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive; provide adequate spacing

Why You'll Love This Hammer

• Beautiful Bicolor Appearance: Contrasting tentacle and tip coloration creates a striking two-tone look.

• Mesmerizing Movement: Thick, flowing tentacles add natural motion to your reef.

• Branching Growth: Develops additional heads over time, creating a fuller, more impressive colony.

• Vibrant Under Reef Lighting: Beautiful coloration that stands out under blue and mixed-spectrum lighting.

• Perfect for Euphyllia Gardens: A fantastic addition to an established collection of hammers, torches, and frogspawn corals.

Size Reference

Each grid square shown in our product photos measures ½ inch × ½ inch (0.5" × 0.5") to help you accurately judge coral size.

Reef Effect Tip

Place your Bicolor Branching Hammer in an area with gentle, indirect water movement. Its tentacles should sway naturally without being blasted by direct flow. Maintain stable water parameters and allow plenty of room between neighboring corals to prevent stinging.

Important Information

Coral coloration, patterns, and polyp extension may vary depending on aquarium lighting, water parameters, and acclimation. Photos are taken under reef aquarium lighting, which may enhance fluorescent colors.

Add a splash of two-tone beauty to your aquarium with the Bicolor Branching Hammer Coral — hand-selected by Reef Effect!