Platygyra sp.

The Platygyra Coral, often referred to as the Brain Coral or Maze Coral, is a remarkable large polyp stony (LPS) coral. Known for its intricate maze-like patterns and vibrant colors, it’s a truly stunning addition to any reef aquarium.? This corals appearance can be described by the genus name in Greek words; Platy meaning flat and Gyros meaning wide circle.

Platygyra colonies are normally massive and either flat or dome-shaped. The skeleton walls are shared between multiple polyps which twist and turn throughout the coral forming maze-like valleys. These valleys can be irregular in length and shape, even within the same colony.

Platygyra can be seen in shades of grey, green, purple, yellow, pink, peach and brown with contrasting valleys. In the wild, Platygyra is found growing in shallow reef environments.

Platygyra is also identified as a semi-aggressive coral species extending sweeper tentacles at night.? Caring for Platygyra corals involves providing them with low to moderate lighting and water flow⁵. They can be placed either on the bottom of the tank or on the rockwork, depending on the specific lighting and flow conditions of the aquarium

Platygyra corals are carnivorous and appreciate regular feedings of small, meaty foods like mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, or finely chopped marine flesh⁷. They also benefit from supplemental feedings of phytoplankton and zooplankton

While generally hardy, these corals can be sensitive to sudden changes in water parameters. Regular water changes, monitoring of water chemistry, and proper acclimation are crucial for their health and wellbeing