Species Name: Pavona maldivensis

Authority: (Gardiner, 1905)

Common Name: Pavona Maldives

Range: Red Sea and Western Pacific Ocean

Natural Environment: Shallow reef environments experiencing wave action

General Husbandry: Has a temperature range of 74 to 83°F (23 - 28°C). Takes either a columnar or plate-like shape depending upon existing conditions. Requires strong light and excellent water currents. Highly aggressive!