Cosmic Candy Bounce Chalice
Cosmic Candy Bounce Chalice
Cosmic Candy Bounce Chalice
The Cosmic Candy Bounce Chalice is a collector-grade Echinophyllia sp. that lives up to every bit of its name. Swirling with a kaleidoscope of colors — think electric pinks, purples, greens, and golds — this chalice is the kind of coral that stops visitors in their tracks. The distinctive "bounce" polyp extensions add a mesmerizing, almost alien texture that makes it unlike anything else in the hobby.
Coral Details
- Genus: Echinophyllia sp. (Chalice Coral)
- Morph: Cosmic Candy Bounce
- Care Level: Intermediate
- Growth Form: Encrusting / plating
Tank Requirements
- Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons (established reef)
- Water Temperature: 76–80°F (24–27°C)
- Salinity: 1.025–1.026 specific gravity
- pH: 8.1–8.4
- Alkalinity: 8–11 dKH
- Calcium: 400–450 ppm
- Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm
- Nitrate: 2–10 ppm (chalices appreciate slightly elevated nutrients)
- Phosphate: 0.05–0.10 ppm
Lighting
Low to moderate lighting is ideal — chalice corals are shade-lovers. Place on the sandbed or lower rockwork, away from direct intense light. PAR of 50–150 is a good target. Avoid sudden exposure to high PAR, which can cause bleaching or browning.
Water Flow
Low to moderate, indirect flow. Avoid blasting the polyps directly — gentle, random flow helps keep the coral clean without stressing the tissue.
Compatibility
- Aggression: Moderate — chalice corals have sweeper tentacles that extend at night. Maintain at least 3–4 inches of space from neighboring corals.
- Reef Safe: Yes, with proper spacing
- Tank Mates: Compatible with most reef fish and invertebrates; avoid known coral-nippers like certain angelfish or butterflyfish
Notes on Photos
Photos were taken under reef/blue lighting to showcase the full color spectrum. Colors will shift under white or mixed lighting — both presentations are beautiful in their own way.
Live Arrival Guarantee
All corals ship with our live arrival guarantee. Contact us within 2 hours of delivery with a clear photo if there are any issues, and we will make it right. Corals are double-bagged, oxygen-charged, and packed in insulated boxes with appropriate temperature control.