Bowerbanki Corals

Homophyllia bowerbanki

💧Low to Moderate Flow

☀️Low to Moderate Light

⭐Beginner to Intermediate Difficulty

Bowerbanki Coral (Homophyllia bowerbanki), often called 'Bowers' by reefers, are slower-growing LPS corals with thick, fleshy polyps and a heavy, sculpted look. Bowerbankis are often mistaken for their Micromussa cousins, but their chunkier growth and deeper skeletal ridges give them a bolder presence. They look like plump, underwater cushions with vivid color rings that shift subtly depending on the lighting angle — reds, oranges, greens, and multicolor rainbows are common and beautiful. Placed low in the tank with gentle flow, they quietly inflate, feed, and glow from the shadows of your rockwork. Suitable for both newer hobbyists and seasoned aquarists, Bowers offer a rewarding balance of beauty, resilience, and personality.

Classification

Kingdom	Animalia
Phylum	Cnidaria
Class	Anthozoa
Order	Scleractinia
Family	Lobophylliidae
Genus	Homophyllia
Species	Homophyllia bowerbanki

Bowerbanki Coral refers specifically to Homophyllia bowerbanki, though many in the hobby still refer to it as an Acan due to its former genus Acanthastrea.

Quick Care Tips

Lighting

Low to Moderate

Low

Moderate

High

Flow

Low to Moderate

Low

Moderate

High

Difficulty

Beginner to Intermediate

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Frequently Asked Questions

Where should I place Bowerbanki Coral in my tank?

Bowerbankis do best when placed on the sand bed or lower rock work where lighting is less intense and flow is low to moderate. Strong current can stress them out, and their fleshy polyps are prone to damage.

Should I feed my Bowerbanki coral?

Yes - they thrive with regular feeding. Bowers readily accept meaty foods like mysis shrimp. Target feeding is not only fun to watch, but also helps boost growth and color vibrancy.

Are Bowerbanki Corals aggressive?

Yes, they have sweeper tentacles and can sting nearby corals. It’s best to give them space, especially from other fleshy LPS corals near the bottom of your tank.

Marketplace Overview

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Median Price: $71

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How to Choose a Healthy Bowerbanki Coral

No Skeleton Showing:
You want thick, inflated tissue all the way to the edge. If you see white skeleton peeking through, the coral might be stressed or receding.
Chunky Is Good:
Healthy Bowerbanki frags look chunky and inflated. If they look flat or deflated, they may need time to bounce back — or may not be in great shape to begin with.
Clean Cut and Healed:
Ensure the frag has had time to heal on its plug or rock. Fresh cuts are more vulnerable to infection or transport stress.

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