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As the coral matures, its closely spaced branches develop into a beautiful, textured colony that stands apart from traditional staghorn Acropora varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurquoise-to-aquamarine coloration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue-to-ultraviolet growth tips\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelicate, short branching growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquacultured by ORA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly sought-after collector Acropora\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for established SPS reef aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate purchase size: 1–2 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAcropora\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hawkins Blue Echinata\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to upper areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to strong\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicate short branching\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaculture:\u003c\/strong\u003e ORA aquacultured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlacement and Water Flow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the Hawkins Blue Echinata in the middle-to-upper portion of an established reef aquarium. Provide moderate-to-strong, indirect water movement that reaches throughout the coral’s branching structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave adequate space between this coral and neighboring corals to accommodate future growth and prevent contact or competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLighting and Acclimation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-to-high reef lighting will support healthy growth and help develop its signature turquoise body and blue-purple tips. Carefully acclimate the coral to brighter lighting rather than immediately placing it under maximum intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistent alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, salinity, temperature, and nutrient levels are essential for maintaining healthy Acropora tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecial Handling and Dipping Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hawkins Blue Echinata has delicate tissue and produces very little protective slime. This makes it more susceptible to drying out when removed from the water and potentially more sensitive to iodine-based coral dips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep handling and time outside the water to a minimum. Research the suitability and concentration of any coral dip before treating this particular coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Live Coral Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photograph represents the species, coloration, and typical growth pattern. Every coral is a unique living specimen, so the exact size, shape, coloration, and branch structure may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Animal Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coral ships using our \u003cstrong\u003e$39.99 Overnight Live Animal Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e profile. 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