{"product_id":"green-splatter-hammer-coral-small-live-lps-coral","title":"Green Splatter Hammer Coral – Small – Live LPS Coral","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBring bold color and flowing movement to your reef with the \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Splatter Hammer Coral\u003c\/strong\u003e, a beautiful branching LPS coral featuring vibrant green coloration and distinctive hammer-shaped tentacles.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen fully extended, its fleshy polyps create the flowing movement that makes Hammer Corals such popular centerpieces in mixed reef aquariums. The splattered coloration adds extra contrast and character compared with a traditional Green Hammer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for \u003cstrong\u003eone Small Green Splatter Hammer Coral frag\u003c\/strong\u003e, typically consisting of \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 heads\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Splatter Hammer Coral\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e LPS Coral\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Heads:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to Middle Areas\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Branching\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, with proper spacing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the Green Splatter Hammer on stable rockwork with enough room for its fleshy polyps to fully extend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a branching Hammer, new heads can develop as the colony grows, eventually creating a larger, fuller display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHammer Corals can sting neighboring corals, so provide adequate space between the Hammer and surrounding livestock. Avoid placing delicate corals immediately next to the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting \u0026amp; Water Flow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide \u003cstrong\u003elow to moderate reef lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003elow to moderate water flow\u003c\/strong\u003e, consistent with the source coral's recommended conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlow should gently move the tentacles without violently whipping them around or pushing the coral's tissue against its skeleton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGradual light acclimation is recommended when introducing the coral to a new aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Splatter Hammer Coral receives much of its nutritional needs through photosynthesis but can benefit from occasional supplemental feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall portions of appropriately sized meaty reef foods may be offered periodically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintaining stable calcium, alkalinity, magnesium, and nutrient levels will support healthy skeletal growth and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Water Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Gravity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.023–1.026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlkalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 dKH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400–450 ppm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1250–1400 ppm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable water chemistry is particularly important for LPS coral health and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026amp; Live Coral Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive \u003cstrong\u003eone Small Green Splatter Hammer Coral frag\u003c\/strong\u003e, typically consisting of \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 heads\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExact size, coloration, splatter pattern, number of heads, shape, and polyp appearance may naturally vary between individual specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is not a WYSIWYG listing.\u003c\/strong\u003e Product photos are representative examples and may show a more established or fully expanded coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHammer Corals may arrive contracted following shipment and can require time to acclimate and fully extend after introduction to the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLive Animal Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive fish, coral, anemones, and invertebrates ship via \u003cstrong\u003eFedEx Priority Overnight\u003c\/strong\u003e for a flat \u003cstrong\u003e$39.99 live animal shipping fee per order\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive animals ship \u003cstrong\u003eMonday through Wednesday only\u003c\/strong\u003e to help reduce the risk of weekend carrier delays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipments may be delayed during unsafe weather conditions or other circumstances that could compromise livestock during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracking information will be provided when your live animal order ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From Infinity and Beyond Aquatics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfinity and Beyond Aquatics is here to help aquarists choose livestock suited to their aquarium and understand its care before it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur livestock listings provide practical information about care, placement, lighting, flow, compatibility, and growth so you can make informed additions to your reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom live fish and coral to frozen and refrigerated foods, filtration, lighting, controllers, testing equipment, and complete aquarium systems, we're here to support your aquarium from setup to stocking and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SWA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53237978464565,"sku":"green_hammer_splat","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/2252\/7285\/files\/green-hammer.png?v=1785521812","url":"https:\/\/infinityandbeyondaquatics.com\/products\/green-splatter-hammer-coral-small-live-lps-coral","provider":"Infinity and Beyond Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}