Coral

The Corky Sea Finger Briareum asbestinum, often called the Purple Corky Finger, has a beauty all its own. This finger-like gorgonian grows over other gorgonians to form its shape. Found in the Western Atlantic Ocean, they inhabit all areas of the reef in conditions with both pristinely pure waters as well as nutrient rich waters. They are the most collected gorgonian species since they are commonly found in shallow waters only knee deep. Some common names they are known for are Purple Corky Finger, Moss Coral, Caribbean Corky Finger, Sea Stalk Briareum, and Deadman's Finger.

Alcyonacea is an order of sessile colonial cnidarians found throughout the oceans of the world, especially in the tropics and subtropics. The name "Gorgonacea" is no longer considered valid and Alcyonacea is now the accepted name for the order. Gorgonians are also known as sea whips or sea fans and are similar to the sea pen, a soft coral. Gorgonians are closely related to coral. Individual tiny polyps form colonies that are normally erect, flattened, branching, and reminiscent of a fan. Others may be whiplike, bushy, or even encrusting. A colony can be several feet high and across but only a few inches thick. They may be brightly coloured, often purple, red, or yellow. Photosynthetic gorgonians can be successfully kept in captive reef aquariums.

The Red Beaded Anemone Phymanthus crucifer has all the desirable attributes of its relatives, and is one of the easiest anemones to care for. This is the best sea anemone for those who do not have the lighting, room, or experience needed for a "conventional" anemone. They only reach 4", so are a good sized anemone for a nano tank. Plus being colorful and inexpensive makes this a fun and hardy choice for first time anemone keepers.

Button Polyps Zoanthus sp. are among the easiest corals to keep. They are almost always a first coral for new hobbyists, and highly recommended for beginners. They can be very colorful, with numerous color morphs ranging anywhere from a brown, to bright green, turquoise, yellow, orange, red. and more. Keeping them under a largely actinic lighting makes them appear to be glowing in the dark!

The Carpet Anemone has a wavy appearance to it and usually clings to rock substrate. Serving as a host to many clowns they form beneficial relationships with them throughout their lifetime. The carpet anemone has a impactful sting that may harm other corals. They have a very sticky touch and do not easily let go once it is attached.