Full Spectrum Gold Torch Coral (Large)
Transform Your Tank with Living Gold in Motion
Looking for a showstopper that commands attention the moment the lights hit it? The Full Spectrum Gold Torch Coral is one of the most sought-after LPS corals in the hobby — its sweeping, tentacled polyps shimmer with a rich, metallic gold that shifts subtly under different spectrum lighting. This isn't your standard torch; the full-spectrum coloration means you'll see depth and complexity that budget variants simply can't match.
Offered here as a large specimen, this torch has the mass and established root structure to anchor your reef tank with genuine presence. Euphyllia ancora are well-known for their flowing, hypnotic movement and their surprisingly bold personality — they'll sway and extend dramatically in moderate flow, creating a living centerpiece that no piece of dry rock or artificial décor could replicate. For the aquarist who wants a coral that grows, rewards patience, and gets better with time, this is exactly that addition.
QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE
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Common Name: Full Spectrum Gold Torch Coral
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Current Size: Large (3–5+ inch head spread when extended)
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Care Level: Intermediate
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive — maintains sweeper tentacles at night; provide adequate spacing from neighboring corals
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Diet: Photosynthetic via zooxanthellae; benefits from target feeding with meaty foods (mysis, enriched brine) 1–2x weekly
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Reef Safe: Yes, with caution — keep clear of adjacent corals
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Water Conditions: Temp 76–80°F | Salinity 1.025–1.026 | pH 8.1–8.3 | Alk 8–10 dKH | Ca 400–450 ppm | Mg 1250–1350 ppm | Low to moderate flow, moderate lighting (PAR 50–150)
WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?
Every specimen that leaves The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our systems until it is actively extending, healthy, and eating well — so what arrives at your door is ready to thrive, not just survive. When you buy torch coral online, the source matters; we stand behind every single piece we ship.