What Makes the Bubblegum Monster Chalice Special?

The Bubblegum Monster Chalice is a colorful, eye-catching LPS coral that can become the focal point of a reef tank. Its swirling pinks, greens, and blues look amazing under blue LEDs, but it does have some specific care needs that hobbyists should respect.

Place this chalice in the lower to mid areas of the tank where light is moderate, not blasting. Too much PAR can wash out color and cause tissue recession.

• Lighting: Aim for low–moderate PAR (75–150). Start low and slowly increase over 2–3 weeks.
• Flow: Gentle, indirect flow. Enough to keep detritus off the surface, but not so strong that the tissue whips around.
• Placement: On stable rock or a frag tile with room to grow; keep it away from more delicate neighbors.

Care Tips for Color, Growth, and Health

Bubblegum Monster Chalices can be surprisingly hardy if your water is stable. Focus on consistency over chasing exact numbers.

• Parameters to target:
  • Alkalinity: 8–9 dKH
  • Calcium: 420–450 ppm
  • Magnesium: 1300–1400 ppm
  • Nitrate: 5–15 ppm
  • Phosphate: 0.03–0.1 ppm
• Feeding: 1–2 times per week, offer small meaty foods (mysis, reef roids, finely chopped seafood) when feeder tentacles are out, usually after lights dim.
• Aggression: Chalices can have strong sweeper tentacles. Leave 2–3 inches of space between this coral and neighbors.
• Acclimation: Use a coral dip, then start in a shaded, lower-light area and move it gradually to its final spot.

Quick tip: If your Bubblegum Monster Chalice starts to fade or recede, lower the light intensity, reduce direct flow, and double-check alkalinity swings before doing anything drastic.

With modest light, gentle flow, and stable water, the Bubblegum Monster Chalice will reward you with intense color and steady growth.