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Goniopora
Availability
Husbandry
Care requirements
Water chemistry
nutrient-present reef water (they do poorly in ultra-clean/ULNS systems) - Do poorly In Nutrient Rich Water to Keep Below 25PPM
Lighting
moderate-high (~100–200 PAR)
Flow
very gentle and random (enough to keep tentacles moving, not blasting) - High flow is fine but extention is shorter.
Care difficulty
ExpertFeeding
Phytoplankton & Aminos
Tank maturity
6 months min.
Compatibility
Alveopora
Other Corals
Avoid these pitfalls
Common Mistakes to Avoid
please follow the path for success!
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A major mistake is treating all Goniopora the same, or assuming modern aquacultured pieces behave like older “difficult” wild variants.
In reality:
different strains vary massively in hardiness
some need long acclimation to tank conditions
stability matters more than any single parameter target
Misjudging this often leads to:
slow decline after initial success
poor polyp extension long-term
frustration even in “good” reef tanks
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Goniopora are frequently placed in ultra-clean SPS-style systems, which is one of the biggest failure points.
This can cause:
retracted polyps and reduced feeding response
pale or washed-out coloration
gradual tissue loss over time
They perform best in balanced nutrient systems with available dissolved and particulate food, not stripped-down ULNS setups.
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Goniopora are highly dependent on consistent access to nutrition, but feeding is often either overdone or forgotten entirely.
Common mistakes include:
irregular feeding schedules
heavy, messy feedings causing instability
assuming light alone is sufficient
This leads to:
fluctuating polyp extension
poor long-term growth
increased sensitivity to minor parameter swings
They thrive best with stable conditions + small, regular feedings of fine planktonic foods rather than sporadic heavy inputs.
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Frequently asked questions
Find answers to common questions about our products and services
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🛫 Livestock Shipping (Corals, Fish, Inverts)
Overnight Express (Australia-wide)
Shipped via Team Global Express / air freight partners depending on route
Airport-to-Airport option available (customers collect from local airport freight terminal)
Door-to-door delivery available where supported
Typically dispatched on set shipping days (usually Monday–Tuesday) to reduce transit risk
Designed specifically for live arrival success
📦 Dry Goods Shipping
Standard parcel post via Australia Post / courier services
2–4 business days delivery (approx.)
Used for equipment, supplements, salt, and non-living products
🚚 Local Delivery (Victoria)
Hand-delivery available in select Melbourne areas (including Doncaster region)
Same-day or scheduled local drop-offs depending on run
⚠️ Important Shipping Rules
Livestock is packed and shipped under your Arrive Alive Guarantee
Orders are carefully scheduled to avoid weekend delays (no risky Friday holds for livestock)
WA / TAS / NT may have quarantine or species restrictions
Dry goods and livestock may be split into separate shipments depending on rules
💡 Key Point
We offer a specialised live arrival logistics system, not standard retail shipping - everything is structured around coral and fish survival, not just delivery speed.
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🐠 Return Policy
At Aquamarine Aquaristic, all livestock is handled under strict care standards to ensure the best possible arrival and long-term success.
🪸 Livestock (Corals, Fish & Invertebrates)
Covered under our Arrive Alive Guarantee
If an item arrives unwell or deceased, you must contact us within 24 hours of delivery
Clear photos are required (in bag + out of bag, where applicable)
Once assessed, approved claims are issued as:
Store credit, or
Replacement (when available)
Shipping costs for replacement items are not covered unless the issue is significant or agreed upon case-by-case.
📦 Dry Goods
Must be returned unopened and unused
Returns must be requested within 7 days of delivery
Eligible for refund, store credit, or exchange (excluding shipping costs)
⚠️ Important Notes
We do not accept returns for change of mind on livestock
All livestock is unique and individually handled, making returns outside DOA/health issues not applicable
Proper acclimation and care conditions are required for all claims
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We only offer:
🇦🇺 Australia-wide livestock shipping (overnight / airport or door-to-door depending on route)
📦 Domestic dry goods shipping within Australia
🚚 Limited local Melbourne/Victoria hand delivery
Why not overseas?
International livestock shipping (especially corals, fish, and invertebrates) requires:
Export permits (CITES for some corals/species)
Import biosecurity approval from destination countries
Complex quarantine and airline live animal export handling
High mortality risk and compliance costs
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📦 How to Track Your Order
Once your order has been fulfilled and dispatched, you will automatically receive a tracking notification via SMS and/or email containing your tracking details.
All livestock orders are shipped with Team Global Express, and can be tracked in real time.
🛰 Live Tracking
Track your shipment (Team Global Express)
Team Global Express also provides a live map tracking system, allowing you to follow your delivery in real time from depot to door (or airport pickup depending on service).
