Purple Tip Stylophora

Name: Purple Tip Stylophora
Brand: New Dawn Aquaculture
Price: 39.99 CAD
Availability: InStock

$39.99

Stylophora danae

Corals of the genus Stylophora, commonly known as Cat’s Paw are an easy to keep and fast growing SPS coral. They grow into a dense bush like structure and require lots of flow to keep the inside branches of the colony clean.

While much more forgiving of alkalinity swings than other SPS corals like Acropora and Montipora. One should aim to keep alkalinity stable as it will increase both the growth and colouration of Cat’s Paw corals.

As with all SPS corals our recommendation is to focus on keeping Alkalinity stable. Many people struggle to keep healthy SPS as they aren’t paying enough attention to their alkalinity or they are trying to hit a specific dKH. We are less focused on what the actual dKH of our water is and more interested in making sure that it hasn’t changed since yesterday. When trying to lower or raise the dKH of our systems we always aim to do it as slowly as possible.

Difficulty	Easy
Lighting	Medium - High
Water Flow	Medium - High
Temperament	Aggressive
Placement	Medium - High

Our Water Parameters

Temperature: 24-26 °C (75-78 °F)
Salinity: 1.026 SG, 35 ppt
PH: 8.1-8.4
Ammonia: 0 ppm
Nitrite: 0 ppb
Nitrate: 3-15ppm
Phosphate: 0.03-0.15 ppm
Alkalinity: 8 dKH
Calcium: 440 ppm
Magnesium: 1320 ppm

Acclimation

Temperature Match

Float the sealed bag containing the coral in your tank for 15-20 minutes. This allows the coral to gradually reach the same temperature as your aquarium, minimizing temperature-related stress.

Prepare and Dip Coral

To ensure the health and safety of your new coral, prepare a dip solution using tank water and a coral dip product, following the dip’s instructions for dosage and timing. This precautionary dip helps protect your tank by eliminating any potential hitchhikers. Keep an eye on the coral during the process to confirm it’s responding well.

Rinse in Tank Water

After the dip, rinse the coral thoroughly in a separate container filled with clean tank water. This step removes any residual dip solution, preventing it from entering your display tank and ensuring the coral is safe to be introduced.

Introduce Coral

Carefully position the coral in your tank, ideally on a rock or suitable location based on the coral’s needs. Make sure the placement allows proper flow and lighting according to the coral species. Monitor the coral for the next few hours to ensure it adjusts well.

How We Pack Livestock

At New Dawn Aquaculture, we take every step to ensure your marine life arrives alive and thriving!

Carefully Packed for a Safe Journey

Livestock is hand-packed in sealed oxygen-filled bags with fresh saltwater.
Insulated coolers with heat or ice packs keep conditions stable, regardless of weather.
Built to handle up to 48 hours in transit.

Fast Delivery, Every Time

We ship FedEx Priority Overnight so your marine life arrives the next day, reducing stress and maximizing health.

Our Promise

Healthy, vibrant marine life delivered to your door, guaranteed. Shop with peace of mind—your aquarium deserves the best!

Arrive Alive Guarantee Policy

At New Dawn Aquaculture, we guarantee that your livestock arrives alive and healthy—no exceptions. Here's how it works:

What’s Covered

All shipped livestock, including corals, fish, inverts, and live foods.

How It Works

Be present for delivery and follow our acclimation guide.
Report any issues within 48 hours of delivery by emailing info@ndaquaculture.ca with clear photos of the unopened livestock.