Bring dramatic movement and premium coloration to your reef with the Dragon Tamer Torch Coral, a striking branching LPS coral with long, flowing tentacles that create an incredible display under reef lighting.

Torch Corals are among the most recognizable Euphyllia-type corals in the hobby, and named varieties like the Dragon Tamer add distinctive coloration to the flowing movement that makes these corals such desirable reef centerpieces.

This listing is for one Dragon Tamer Torch Coral with approximately 1–2 heads.

Quick Care Guide

Common Name: Dragon Tamer Torch Coral
Coral Type: LPS Coral
Heads: Approximately 1–2
Growth Form: Branching
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Aggressive
Lighting: Low to Moderate
Water Flow: Low to Moderate
Placement: Lower to Middle Areas
Reef Compatible: Yes, with adequate spacing

Appearance & Growth

The Dragon Tamer Torch features long, fleshy tentacles that extend and sway with the aquarium's current, creating constant movement within the reef.

As a branching Torch Coral, healthy specimens can develop additional heads as the colony matures, gradually creating a larger and fuller display.

Color intensity and appearance may vary depending on reef lighting spectrum, intensity, water chemistry, nutrients, and the individual specimen.

Placement

Place the Dragon Tamer Torch on stable rockwork with plenty of surrounding space for full polyp extension.

Torch Corals can produce long sweeper tentacles and deliver a powerful sting to neighboring corals. Generous spacing is recommended, particularly around more sensitive livestock.

Keep future colony growth in mind when selecting its permanent location.

Lighting & Water Flow

Provide low to moderate reef lighting with low to moderate, indirect water movement.

The tentacles should gently sway rather than being continuously blasted in one direction. Excessive direct flow can prevent proper expansion and potentially damage the coral's fleshy tissue.

Gradual acclimation is recommended when introducing the coral to stronger reef lighting.

Feeding & Nutrition

Dragon Tamer Torch Coral receives much of its nutritional needs through photosynthesis but can benefit from occasional supplemental feeding.

Small portions of appropriately sized meaty reef foods or quality LPS foods may be offered periodically.

Maintaining stable calcium, alkalinity, magnesium, salinity, and nutrient levels helps support skeletal growth, coloration, and overall health.

Recommended Water Parameters

Temperature: 75–80°F
Specific Gravity: 1.023–1.026
pH: 8.1–8.4
Alkalinity: 8–12 dKH
Calcium: 400–450 ppm
Magnesium: 1250–1400 ppm

Consistency is especially important with LPS corals. Avoid sudden changes in salinity, alkalinity, temperature, or lighting.

Compatibility

Dragon Tamer Torch Coral is suitable for mixed reef aquariums but should be treated as an aggressive coral.

Allow enough room for the tentacles and sweepers to extend without contacting neighboring corals.

Use caution with fish and invertebrates known to nip at fleshy LPS corals.

Size & Live Coral Notice

You will receive one Dragon Tamer Torch Coral with approximately 1–2 heads.

Exact size, head count, coloration, tentacle length, pattern, shape, and overall appearance will naturally vary between individual specimens.

This is not a WYSIWYG listing. Product photos are representative examples and may show a larger or more fully expanded specimen.

Torch Corals commonly arrive contracted following shipment and may require time to acclimate and fully extend.

Live Animal Shipping

Live fish, coral, clams, anemones, and invertebrates ship via FedEx Priority Overnight for a flat $39.99 live animal shipping fee per order.

Live animals ship Monday through Wednesday only to help reduce the risk of weekend carrier delays.

Shipments may be delayed during unsafe weather conditions or other circumstances that could compromise livestock during transit.

Tracking information will be provided when your live animal order ships.

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