Corals are animals with stinging cells. They need specific light, flow, and stability. This section is for beginners – soft corals, LPS, basic placement. If you want SPS and advanced reefing, look elsewhere. But for a first coral, start here.
Kenya tree corals are one of the renowned soft corals in the reef aquarium hobby, owing to their impressive growth form, hardiness, ease of propagation, and adaptability to a variety of water conditions. Nonetheless, I need to say that all these pros can also turn
Palm tree polyp (Clavularia viridis) is a unique, fascinating colonial coral that makes an excellent candidate for established reef aquaria. This species is also known as Clove polyp, and it features multiple thick-stalked tentacles bearing feather-like pinnae that make it look like a palm tree,
Acclimation is an indispensable practice that has long existed in the aquarium hobby. Before the introduction of newly acquired fish and corals, it’s important to first acclimate them to the new tank’s conditions. Not only does the practice help the corals adjust to your new
Ricordea spp. is an extremely colorful and highly sought-after coral in the saltwater aquarium hobby owing to its distinct bubble-like appearance, bright pigmentation, remarkable fluorescence, and ease of care. Ricordea comprises two attractive and undemanding species — namely, Ricordea florida and Ricordea yuma. Rather than
Pulsing Xenia is a popular and one of the most unique soft corals in the saltwater aquarium hobby. The coral is ideal for all reef aquarists irrespective of their level of experience because of its hardiness and ease of care. Pulsing Xenia is also known
The Bubble tip anemone (Entacmaea quadricolor) is very much popular and renowned in the saltwater aquarium hobby. This sea anemone is prized for its beautiful form, impressive colors, and distinct swellings or bubble/bulbous tips at the end points of the tentacles. Although this species is
With more and more hobbyists opting for nano reef tanks instead of their larger counterparts; it is imperative to ensure that the corals kept in these small aquariums are ideally suited to the conditions they provide. Selecting corals for a nano tank can be burdensome