{"product_id":"fascination-favia","title":"Fascination Favia","description":"\u003ch1 data-end=\"32\" data-start=\"5\"\u003eFascination Favia Coral\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"386\" data-start=\"62\"\u003eThe Fascination Favia is a bold and characterful LPS coral admired for its rich colour contrast, defined polyp structure, and classic “brain coral” appearance. Deep base tones are accented by contrasting centres, giving this coral excellent depth and visual texture that holds well under a range of reef lighting conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"576\" data-start=\"388\"\u003eFavias are well known for their durability and strong feeding response, making the Fascination Favia a reliable yet visually striking choice for both mixed reefs and LPS-focused aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"581\" data-start=\"578\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"620\" data-start=\"583\"\u003eNatural Habitat \u0026amp; Distribution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"713\" data-start=\"622\"\u003eFavia corals originate from the Indo-Pacific region, with natural populations found across:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"848\" data-start=\"715\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"728\" data-start=\"715\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"728\" data-start=\"717\"\u003eIndonesia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"763\" data-start=\"729\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"763\" data-start=\"731\"\u003eAustralia’s Great Barrier Reef\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"782\" data-start=\"764\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"782\" data-start=\"766\"\u003eFiji and Tonga\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"803\" data-start=\"783\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"803\" data-start=\"785\"\u003ePapua New Guinea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"848\" data-start=\"804\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"848\" data-start=\"806\"\u003eCentral and Western Pacific reef systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"988\" data-start=\"850\"\u003eIn the wild, Favia are commonly found on reef slopes and lagoon areas where lighting is moderate and water movement is gentle to moderate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"990\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1013\" data-start=\"995\"\u003eA Brief History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1316\" data-start=\"1015\"\u003eFavia corals have been long-standing staples in the reef hobby thanks to their hardiness, defined growth forms, and wide range of colour morphs. Named varieties such as the Fascination Favia gained popularity as reef keepers sought corals that combined strong colour with dependable care requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1412\" data-start=\"1318\"\u003eThey remain a favourite for aquarists wanting classic LPS structure with modern colour appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1417\" data-start=\"1414\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1445\" data-start=\"1419\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1569\" data-start=\"1447\"\u003eClassified as an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral, Fascination Favia displays a compact, encrusting to dome-like growth form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1742\" data-start=\"1571\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1623\" data-start=\"1571\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1623\" data-start=\"1573\"\u003eStrong colour contrast between walls and centres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1660\" data-start=\"1624\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1660\" data-start=\"1626\"\u003eWell-defined corallite structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1714\" data-start=\"1661\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1714\" data-start=\"1663\"\u003eSubtle to strong fluorescence under blue lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1742\" data-start=\"1715\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1742\" data-start=\"1717\"\u003eDense, textured surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1816\" data-start=\"1744\"\u003eGrowth is moderate, with gradual outward expansion as the coral matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1821\" data-start=\"1818\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1850\" data-start=\"1823\"\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Lighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1901\" data-start=\"1852\"\u003eFavia corals adapt well to a range of placements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2034\" data-start=\"1903\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1931\" data-start=\"1903\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1931\" data-start=\"1905\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1918\" data-start=\"1905\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low–Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1987\" data-start=\"1932\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1987\" data-start=\"1934\"\u003eSuitable for \u003cstrong data-end=\"1963\" data-start=\"1947\"\u003elower to mid\u003c\/strong\u003e areas of the aquarium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2034\" data-start=\"1988\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2034\" data-start=\"1990\"\u003eExcessive lighting may cause colour fading\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2099\" data-start=\"2036\"\u003eLight acclimation is recommended when moving to brighter zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2104\" data-start=\"2101\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2126\" data-start=\"2106\"\u003eFlow Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2171\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003eProvide \u003cstrong data-end=\"2170\" data-start=\"2136\"\u003elow to moderate, indirect flow\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2267\" data-start=\"2173\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2221\" data-start=\"2173\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2221\" data-start=\"2175\"\u003eEnough movement to keep debris from settling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2267\" data-start=\"2222\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2267\" data-start=\"2224\"\u003eAvoid strong, direct flow onto the tissue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2308\" data-start=\"2269\"\u003eA gentle, random flow pattern is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2313\" data-start=\"2310\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2333\" data-start=\"2315\"\u003eWater Chemistry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2395\" data-start=\"2335\"\u003eStable water parameters are essential for long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2427\" data-start=\"2397\"\u003eMaintain consistent levels of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2479\" data-start=\"2429\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2447\" data-start=\"2429\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2447\" data-start=\"2431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2445\" data-start=\"2431\"\u003eAlkalinity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2463\" data-start=\"2448\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2463\" data-start=\"2450\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2461\" data-start=\"2450\"\u003eCalcium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2479\" data-start=\"2464\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2479\" data-start=\"2466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2479\" data-start=\"2466\"\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2586\" data-start=\"2481\"\u003eFavia perform best in systems with low to moderate nutrients rather than ultra-low nutrient environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2591\" data-start=\"2588\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2603\" data-start=\"2593\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2670\" data-start=\"2605\"\u003eFavia are strong feeders and benefit from regular target feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2766\" data-start=\"2672\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2719\" data-start=\"2672\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2719\" data-start=\"2674\"\u003eMysis shrimp, brine shrimp, chopped seafood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2766\" data-start=\"2720\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2766\" data-start=\"2722\"\u003eLPS pellets and coral-specific meaty foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2863\" data-start=\"2768\"\u003eFeed 1–2 times per week when feeding tentacles are visible, ideally during lower light periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2868\" data-start=\"2865\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2898\" data-start=\"2870\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Spacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2989\" data-start=\"2900\"\u003eFavia corals are \u003cstrong data-end=\"2936\" data-start=\"2917\"\u003esemi-aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e and may extend feeder or sweeper tentacles at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3115\" data-start=\"2991\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3042\" data-start=\"2991\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3042\" data-start=\"2993\"\u003eAllow adequate spacing from neighbouring corals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3082\" data-start=\"3043\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3082\" data-start=\"3045\"\u003eAvoid placing near delicate species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3115\" data-start=\"3083\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3115\" data-start=\"3085\"\u003eMonitor nighttime aggression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3120\" data-start=\"3117\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3158\" data-start=\"3122\"\u003eFrag Size \u0026amp; Natural Variation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3315\" data-start=\"3160\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3229\" data-start=\"3160\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3229\" data-start=\"3162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3176\" data-start=\"3162\"\u003eFrag size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically a mounted frag (unless otherwise stated)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3315\" data-start=\"3230\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3315\" data-start=\"3232\"\u003eColour intensity and patterning may vary depending on lighting and tank conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3320\" data-start=\"3317\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3337\" data-start=\"3322\"\u003eCare Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3458\" data-start=\"3339\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3367\" data-start=\"3339\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3367\" data-start=\"3341\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3356\" data-start=\"3341\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3392\" data-start=\"3368\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3392\" data-start=\"3370\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3379\" data-start=\"3370\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low–Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3421\" data-start=\"3393\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3421\" data-start=\"3395\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3408\" data-start=\"3395\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low–Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3458\" data-start=\"3422\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3458\" data-start=\"3424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3440\" data-start=\"3424\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ReefGro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56642543518079,"sku":"RG-LPS-FAV-FAS-016","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/9708\/2495\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_34c54e2f-43cb-4efe-87e9-de1a283aeb5d.jpg?v=1771771241","url":"https:\/\/reefgro-2.myshopify.com\/products\/fascination-favia","provider":"ReefGro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}