{"id":6151,"date":"2026-02-17T06:38:51","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:38:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/golden-table-hard-coral-turbinaria-sp\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T06:38:51","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T06:38:51","slug":"golden-table-hard-coral-turbinaria-sp","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=golden-table-hard-coral-turbinaria-sp","title":{"rendered":"Golden Table Hard Coral Turbinaria Sp"},"content":{"rendered":"

Golden Table Hard Coral (Turbinaria sp.)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

(Also known as Scroll Coral, Cup Coral, Vase Coral, or Pagoda Coral)<\/em><\/p>\n

Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Golden Table Coral (Turbinaria<\/em> sp.) is a stunning large-polyp stony (LPS) coral<\/strong>, recognised for its distinctive, plate-like growth<\/strong> and golden-yellow colouration<\/strong> that glows beautifully under actinic lighting. Colonies can develop into flat, tiered, or scroll-shaped formations<\/strong>, resembling elegant tabletop structures. The coral\u2019s upright polyps<\/strong> give it a textured, fuzzy appearance when extended, providing graceful movement and a natural reef aesthetic. Hardy, adaptable, and visually striking, the Turbinaria<\/em> genus is an excellent choice for aquarists seeking a durable and sculptural showpiece.<\/p>\n

Origin<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Native to the Coral Sea, Great Barrier Reef, Fiji, Tonga, and the wider Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>. Commonly found on upper reef slopes, lagoons, and reef crests<\/strong>, where it receives strong light and steady water movement.<\/p>\n

Feeding<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Golden Table Coral is photosynthetic<\/strong>, containing symbiotic zooxanthellae<\/strong> that provide most of its nutrition via photosynthesis. However, supplemental feeding supports faster growth and deeper colouration. Offer 1\u20132 feedings per week<\/strong> of:<\/p>\n

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    Marine snow or coral plankton blends<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Phytoplankton and microplankton<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Finely powdered coral foods<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Target feed in low flow to maximise polyp capture efficiency.<\/p>\n

    Lighting<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Moderate to high lighting.<\/strong> Provide bright, full-spectrum illumination using LED, T5, or metal halide<\/strong> systems.<\/p>\n

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      PAR range: 150\u2013300 \u00b5mol\/m\u00b2\/s<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Acclimate gradually to higher light levels to prevent bleaching.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Blue-spectrum lighting enhances golden and green fluorescent hues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Water Flow<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Moderate to strong, indirect flow.<\/strong> Consistent, turbulent water movement helps maintain gas exchange, remove debris, and keep polyps extended. Avoid strong, direct jets that could cause tissue recession.<\/p>\n

      Placement<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        Position on mid to upper rockwork<\/strong> where it can receive adequate light and flow.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Allow sufficient horizontal space<\/strong> for the coral\u2019s table or scroll-like growth form.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Avoid shading from larger corals or rock structures.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Secure placement to prevent tipping or collapse as the coral expands.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Tank Mates<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        Reef safe.<\/strong> Compatible with:<\/p>\n

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          All peaceful reef-safe fish (tangs, wrasses, gobies, clownfish, etc.)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Peaceful invertebrates (snails, shrimp, hermit crabs)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Other non-aggressive corals with proper spacing<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Avoid:<\/p>\n

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            Aggressive LPS or stinging corals (e.g., Euphyllia, Galaxea, Hydnophora) nearby<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Large angelfish or butterflyfish that may nip polyp tissue<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Aggression<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            Peaceful.<\/strong> Turbinaria<\/em> does not possess long sweeper tentacles and rarely engages in direct coral aggression. Maintain moderate spacing (10 cm \/ 4 in) to avoid tissue contact and ensure adequate water flow between colonies.<\/p>\n

            Experience Level<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            Intermediate.<\/strong> Turbinaria<\/em> species are hardy and tolerant once established but require strong light, steady flow, and stable parameters<\/strong> for optimal growth and colour. Suitable for aquarists with some LPS or SPS experience.<\/p>\n

            Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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              Temperature:<\/strong> 24\u201327\u00b0C (75\u201381\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              pH:<\/strong> 8.1\u20138.4<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Salinity:<\/strong> 1.024\u20131.026 SG<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Hardness (dKH):<\/strong> 8\u201312<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Calcium:<\/strong> 400\u2013450 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Magnesium:<\/strong> 1250\u20131350 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Nitrate:<\/strong> <5 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Phosphate:<\/strong> <0.03 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Tank Size:<\/strong> Minimum 150 litres (40 gallons)<\/strong> for stability and adequate growth space<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Stable alkalinity and calcium levels are crucial for maintaining skeletal development and polyp extension.<\/p>\n

              Reef Compatibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Fully reef safe.<\/strong> The Golden Table Coral is a visually impressive and hardy addition to both mixed and SPS reef systems. Its radiant golden tones, sculptural plate growth, and flowing polyp movement make it a stunning centrepiece coral that adds height, texture, and brilliance to any mature reef display.<\/p>\n

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              Interesting Fact<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Unlike most LPS corals, Turbinaria<\/em> polyps extend upward<\/strong> rather than outward, giving it a distinctive \u201cfuzzy tabletop\u201d appearance. Over time, multiple colonies can form layered shelves<\/strong>, mimicking natural coral reef formations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              Golden Table Hard Coral (Turbinaria sp.) (Also known as Scroll Coral, Cup Coral, Vase Coral, or Pagoda Coral) Overview The Golden Table Coral (Turbinaria sp.) is a stunning large-polyp stony (LPS) coral, recognised for its distinctive, plate-like growth and golden-yellow colouration that glows beautifully under actinic lighting. Colonies can develop into flat, tiered, or scroll-shaped […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":6150,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[74],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-6151","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-hard-corals","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple"},"group_of_quantity":0,"min_quantity":0,"max_quantity":"","exclude_order_quantity_value_rules":"no","exclude_category_quantity_rules":"no","combine_variations":"no","exclude_global_add_ons":[],"addons":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/6151","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/6150"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=6151"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=6151"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=6151"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=6151"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}