Purple Frilly GorgonianPurple Frilly Gorgonian Purple Frilly Gorgonian are also sometimes called Purple Plume. This sea fan has irregular branches of varying sizes and tends to grow in a more horizontal than vertical direction and in a single plane. With the branches extended they have a feather like plume appearance. We collect Purple Frilly Gorgonians from off the coast of the Florida Keys and they are typically found in offshore reefs. They require a moderate level of

Known for its elongated body

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and expressive face

They are generally peaceful and can be kept with other non-aggressive fish

so it’s best kept in fish-only or robust mixed-species setups

The Tan Rod Gorgonian is a photosynthetic octocoral

and dwarf angelfish

They primarily feed off the bottom by sifting through the sand eating mouthfuls of substrate and the food that lives within the sand

Occasional misting or rinsing of the leaves can help prevent salt buildup

and signature hovering behavior above its burrow

the Split Pore Sea Rod will make a great addition to your tank

In addition to photosynthesis