NY Knicks Torch

NY Knicks Torch

The NY Knicks Torch is a fan-favorite named morph that wears its colors with pride — bold orange and blue coloration that instantly evokes the iconic New York Knicks palette. This Euphyllia glabrescens is a conversation starter and a standout piece in any reef tank, combining the graceful, flowing form of a torch coral with a color combo that's hard to forget. Whether you're a basketball fan or just a reef enthusiast with great taste, this coral delivers.

Coral Details

• Species: Euphyllia glabrescens (Torch Coral)
• Morph: NY Knicks
• Care Level: Intermediate
• Growth Form: Long, flowing tentacles; branching skeleton

Tank Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons (stable, 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
• Phosphate: 0.05–0.10 ppm

Lighting

Low to moderate — PAR 50–150. Place in the lower to mid section of the tank. The orange and blue coloration pops brilliantly under blue/actinic spectrum lighting.

Water Flow

Low to moderate, gentle and indirect. Torch corals need their tentacles to flow freely — avoid direct, strong flow which causes retraction.

Feeding

Target feed 1–2 times per week with mysis shrimp, LRS Reef Frenzy, or similar meaty foods for best growth and color.

Compatibility

• Aggression: Moderate to high — sweeper tentacles extend at night. Keep 6+ inches from non-Euphyllia corals. Compatible with other Euphyllia species.
• Clownfish Host: Yes — a natural host for Ocellaris and Percula clownfish
• Reef Safe: Yes, with proper spacing

Notes on Photos

Photos taken under reef/blue lighting. The orange and blue coloration is most vivid under actinic spectrum.

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