Ring of Fire Goniopora
Transform Your Tank with a Living Column of Flame
Looking for a showstopping centerpiece coral... The Ring of Fire Goniopora is one of the most visually arresting morphs in the hobby, boasting deep crimson-to-orange polyps edged with a vivid contrasting ring that pulses with constant motion. This isn't your standard Goniopora — the color saturation and defined banding on this morph make it a genuinely rare find, and one that commands attention the moment it opens up in your reef tank. Specimens like this move quickly, and for good reason.
Goniopora are famously animated corals, with long flowing polyps that extend dramatically during the day and create a mesmerizing sense of movement throughout your saltwater aquarium. This species rewards patient, experienced aquarists — while it has a reputation for being finicky, a stable, mature reef tank with consistent parameters and moderate flow will allow it to absolutely thrive. Watching a healthy Ring of Fire Goniopora extend fully is one of the most satisfying experiences in the marine aquarium hobby.
QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE
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Common Name: Ring of Fire Goniopora, Flower Pot Coral
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Current Size: Listed at time of sale — contact us for current availability
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Care Level: Intermediate to Advanced
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive — long polyp extension can sting neighboring corals
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Diet: Photosynthetic; benefits from targeted feeding with zooplankton and coral-specific amino acid supplements
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Reef Safe: Yes, with caution — provide adequate spacing from other corals
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Water Conditions: Temp 76–80°F | Salinity 1.025–1.026 | pH 8.1–8.3 | Alkalinity 8–10 dKH | Calcium 400–450 ppm | Moderate flow, moderate to high lighting
WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?
Every Ring of Fire Goniopora we offer at The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and carefully conditioned in our facility until it is eating well and acclimating to aquarium life before it ever ships to you. When you buy Goniopora online, provenance and handling matter — and we don't cut corners.