Sunspot Favites

Sunspot Favites is a red Favites coral with bright yellow to orange eyes and a tight honeycomb pattern that gives it strong contrast from across the tank. This encrusting LPS coral develops a dense, fleshy surface over a hard skeleton and brings the classic look reefkeepers want from a colorful brain coral without relying on vague or inflated strain claims. Under reef lighting, the colony shows a rich red base with glowing yellow-orange centers that create the “sunspot” effect behind the name. The shared corallite walls and compact, brain-like texture fit Favites more closely than true Favia, making this a better-described Favites strain for hobbyists searching for red favia-type corals, honeycomb corals, or bold encrusting LPS for mixed reefs. Why Sunspot Favites Stands Out Deep red base with high-contrast yellow to orange eyes Classic honeycomb brain coral texture with tightly packed corallites Encrusting growth that can develop into a thicker, low-domed colony over time Strong visual impact in LPS-dominant and mixed reef aquariums A practical choice for reefkeepers who want bold color without chasing unsupported collector hype Care Overview Genus: Favites sp. Coral type: Encrusting brain coral / honeycomb coral / LPS coral Difficulty: Medium Lighting: Low to moderate Flow: Moderate, indirect flow Placement: Lower to middle rockwork Temperament: Aggressive, allow space from neighboring corals Placement and Growth Notes Sunspot Favites does best in stable reef conditions with moderate water movement that keeps detritus from settling on the tissue without blasting the colony directly. Start it in lower to mid-level placement and adjust slowly if needed. Like other Favites, it can encrust outward before thickening into a broader colony, so giving it room early makes long-term placement easier. This coral may extend sweeper tentacles after lights out, so do not crowd it against more delicate neighbors. Extra spacing is especially important in mixed reefs where peaceful corals may not tolerate nighttime contact. Feeding and Long-Term Health Favites corals are primarily photosynthetic, but they often respond well to stable nutrients and occasional supplemental feeding. In well-balanced reef systems, consistent alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, and reasonable nutrient availability help maintain tissue health, skeletal growth, and color definition over time. If you want to see how we support coral health in-house, visit What We Feed Our Corals and explore the Reef Charge collection. You can also browse related Favites strains and more LPS corals on New Dawn Aquaculture. Shipping and Purchase Confidence For shipping timelines, livestock handling, and delivery expectations, review our shipping page. For livestock protection details, see the Arrive Alive Guarantee.