Bulbasaur Favia Coral Frag
Bulbasaur Favia Coral Frag
Available for Local Pick up in Store
Bulbasaur Favia Coral – Quick Care Guide
Species: Favia sp.
Growth Form: Encrusting to dome-shaped
Coloration: Neon green base with aqua highlights & red/pink corallite “eyes”
Temperament: Semi-aggressive – sweeper tentacles at night
Tank Size: 20+ gallons
Placement: Lower–mid rockwork or sandbed, with space from neighbors
Lighting: Low–moderate (80–150 PAR); best glow under blues
Flow: Low–moderate
Diet: Photosynthetic; feeds on mysis, brine, coral foods
Feeding: 2–3 times weekly for faster growth
Reef Safe: Yes, but allow 2–3" spacing
Care Level: Easy–moderate, hardy and colorful
Bulbasaur Favia Coral
Available for Local Pickup in store
Overview
The Bulbasaur Favia Coral is a highly sought-after LPS (large-polyp stony) coral, named after the famous Pokémon character Bulbasaur due to its bright green base, contrasting red to purple corallites, and aqua/blue highlights. This frag is a favorite among collectors because of its striking color combo, easy growth, and adaptability to various reef setups.
Appearance
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Coloration: Typically features a neon green base with turquoise to aqua undertones, accented by red to pink eyes (corallites).
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Growth Form: Encrusting to dome-shaped colonies; grows by expanding its skeleton outward from the frag plug or rock.
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Texture: Large, fleshy polyps that swell during the day; at night, feeding tentacles emerge.
Temperament & Behavior
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Aggression Level: Semi-aggressive – Favia corals extend sweeper tentacles at night to defend territory.
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Behavior Patterns: Can sting nearby corals, so give it at least 2–3 inches of space.
Tank Requirements
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Minimum Tank Size: 20+ gallons.
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Placement: Lower to mid rockwork or sandbed. Adjust based on light intensity.
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Flow: Low to moderate – enough to keep detritus away without damaging tissue.
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Lighting: Low to moderate PAR (80–150). Too much light may cause bleaching, but blue lighting enhances its neon glow.
Diet & Feeding
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Feeding Needs: Photosynthetic via zooxanthellae, but benefits from direct feeding.
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Foods: Mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, finely chopped seafood, and powdered coral foods (Reef Roids, Coral Frenzy).
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Feeding Frequency: 2–3 times per week for best growth and coloration.
Reef Compatibility
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Reef Safe: Yes, but keep distance from other corals due to sweeper tentacles.
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Tank Role: Excellent for adding pop of color to mixed reefs, especially under actinics.
Compatibility
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Tank Mates: Safe with all fish, inverts, and clams.
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Coral Neighbors: Avoid placing near other LPS like Acanthastrea, Chalices, or Euphyllia unless spaced properly.
Care Level
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Difficulty: Easy to moderate – suitable for beginners to intermediate reefers.
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Growth Rate: Moderate – grows steadily with stable parameters.
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Hardiness: Very hardy once acclimated.
Water Parameters (Ideal Range)
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Temperature: 75–80°F (24–27°C)
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pH: 8.1–8.4
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Salinity: 1.024–1.026
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Alkalinity: 8–9.5 dKH
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Calcium: 420–450 ppm
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Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm
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Nitrates: <10 ppm
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Phosphates: <0.05 ppm
Propagation
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Method: Fragging via bone cutters or saw, splitting at skeletal ridges between corallites.
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Healing Time: Heals fairly quickly with stable water quality and gentle flow.
🌟 Fun Facts About Bulbasaur Favia Coral
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Pokémon-Inspired Name: Its green body with red “eyes” is said to resemble the Pokémon Bulbasaur’s face and bulb.
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Color Morph Magic: Under actinic or LED blue spectrum lighting, its fluorescent green glows like kryptonite.
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Nighttime Feeder: At night, the coral reveals tentacle-like sweepers that look like tiny glowing vines, furthering the Bulbasaur theme.
✅ Summary:
The Bulbasaur Favia Coral Frag is a hardy, colorful, and collector-worthy LPS coral perfect for aquarists wanting something that’s both beautiful and easy to care for. With its Pokémon-inspired look and relatively forgiving nature, it makes a fantastic showpiece in any reef tank.