{"product_id":"ultra-hologram-branching-hammer","title":"Ultra Hologram Branching Hammer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUltra Hologram Branching Hammer (\u003cem\u003eFimbriaphyllia paraancora\u003c\/em\u003e) 2-3 heads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eUltra Hologram Branching Hammer\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium LPS coral prized for its brilliant coloration, flowing movement, and distinctive hammer-shaped polyps. Under blue-heavy reef lighting, its contrasting colors create an almost holographic appearance that makes this Hammer an immediate standout in any reef display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike wall-forming Hammers, \u003cem\u003eFimbriaphyllia paraancora\u003c\/em\u003e grows in a \u003cstrong\u003ebranching skeletal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e, with individual heads developing along separate branches. This growth pattern makes established colonies especially impressive and allows plenty of movement as the fleshy polyps fully extend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFimbriaphyllia paraancora\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate — approximately 75–150 PAR\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate, indirect\/alternating flow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to middle areas of the aquarium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily photosynthetic; occasional supplemental feeding can support growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Flow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide \u003cstrong\u003egentle to moderate, indirect flow\u003c\/strong\u003e that allows the polyps to sway naturally without being whipped around or pushed against the skeleton. Branching Hammers can expand considerably when fully open, so give the coral several inches of space from neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ultra Hologram Branching Hammer generally performs best under \u003cstrong\u003elow to moderate reef lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e. Gradual light acclimation is recommended when introducing the coral to a new aquarium, especially when moving it into higher PAR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Hammer receives much of its nutritional needs through photosynthesis and does not require frequent direct feeding. Occasional offerings of small LPS pellets, mysis, or appropriately sized meaty foods can help support healthy growth and development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith its holographic coloration, flowing polyps, and desirable branching growth structure, the Ultra Hologram Branching Hammer is a showpiece LPS that only becomes more impressive as it develops into a larger colony.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Island Reef Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48625469456578,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/3354\/5666\/files\/file_000000007140822f89fe5e3d213e3980.png?v=1786916747","url":"https:\/\/islandreefaquatics.com\/products\/ultra-hologram-branching-hammer","provider":"Island Reef Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}