{"product_id":"premium-green-duncan-coral-three-head-branching-specimen","title":"Premium Green Duncan Coral - Three Head Branching Specimen","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003ePremium Green Duncan Coral – Three Head Branching Specimen (\u003cem\u003eDuncanopsammia axifuga\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePremium Green Duncan Coral\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautiful and approachable LPS coral known for its large, fleshy polyps, vibrant green coloration, and naturally flowing movement. When fully extended, each polyp opens into a rounded, flower-like shape with a contrasting central mouth, creating an attractive display as the tentacles gently move with the aquarium's current. Under blue-heavy reef lighting, the green coloration can become particularly vivid and fluorescent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ethree-head branching specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e has an established skeletal structure with three developed polyps and plenty of potential for continued growth. Duncan corals reproduce by budding new heads from the colony, allowing a healthy specimen to gradually develop into a larger branching cluster. Their combination of attractive movement, relatively forgiving care requirements, and active feeding response makes them a popular choice for both newer reef keepers and experienced LPS collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDuncanopsammia axifuga\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Duncan Coral, Duncanops Coral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate, approximately \u003cstrong\u003e50–120 PAR\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate — gentle, indirect flow that allows the polyps to sway naturally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to Middle aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Branching, multi-headed colony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Photosynthetic; supplemental feeding is highly beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Flow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the Premium Green Duncan on \u003cstrong\u003estable rockwork or a suitable location on the sand bed\u003c\/strong\u003e, leaving enough space around the colony for the fleshy polyps to expand fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuncans appreciate gentle to moderate, indirect flow. The polyps should \u003cstrong\u003emove naturally in the current without being continuously pushed in one direction\u003c\/strong\u003e. Good circulation helps keep the colony free of debris and provides consistent gas and nutrient exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuncans are generally peaceful and do not typically produce aggressive sweeper tentacles like many Euphyllia species. Nevertheless, provide reasonable spacing from neighboring corals to accommodate the colony's expanding polyps and prevent physical contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium Green Duncan Coral generally performs well under \u003cstrong\u003e50–120 PAR\u003c\/strong\u003e. Lower to moderate lighting is usually sufficient for healthy growth and strong polyp extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen introducing a new specimen, begin toward the lower end of the recommended range if its previous lighting conditions are unknown and \u003cstrong\u003eacclimate gradually\u003c\/strong\u003e to stronger illumination. Duncans do not require intense SPS-level lighting to thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue-heavy reef lighting can enhance the fluorescent green coloration, while a balanced spectrum will provide a more natural representation of the coral's overall appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDuncanopsammia axifuga\u003c\/em\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003ephotosynthetic\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it is also an excellent active feeder. Regular supplemental feeding can provide additional nutrition and support continued head development and colony growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the polyps are fully extended, offer appropriately sized foods such as \u003cstrong\u003emysis shrimp, finely chopped marine seafood, small zooplankton, or quality LPS coral foods\u003c\/strong\u003e. Feeding once or twice per week is generally beneficial, although the frequency can be adjusted according to the aquarium's nutrient levels and overall feeding routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed appropriately sized portions to individual polyps and allow adequate circulation after feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Premium Green Duncan Three Head Branching Specimen is an excellent choice for reef keepers looking for a colorful, active LPS coral with beautiful movement and strong growth potential. 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