Gold hammer corals, like other hammer coral varieties, are generally recommended for placement in the bottom third of your aquarium tank.
Ideal Placement for Gold Hammer Corals
Based on common practices for hammer corals, including the gold coloration, optimal placement typically involves the lower section of the tank.
- Primary Location: The reference indicates that hammer corals are generally placed in the bottom third of the tank.
- Lighting Adaptability: While the bottom third is a common starting point, these corals are known to be adaptable to a wide variety of lighting levels found throughout the aquarium.
- Acclimation: Like all corals, they should be slowly acclimated when introducing them to higher light levels than their previous environment to prevent stress or bleaching.
This placement strategy helps accommodate their needs while allowing flexibility due to their adaptability. Starting lower in the tank provides a moderate light environment, which is often suitable for many LPS (Large Polyp Stony) corals like the hammer.
