Gorgonia ID

[acanthurus4lyfe]

Ive spent considerable time trying to figure out what kind of coral i have, they came from florida and in 15ft of water. the polyps are white which leads me to believe they are non photosynthetic, though i thought it was strange they were in such high light conditions (most likely just cause the surge zone, water flow characteristics). my guesses so far are:

plexaura homomalla
plexaura flexuosa
leptogorgia virgulata - my guess
maybe ellisella

could you also let me know specific care needs? so far its in a high light (for PC's) and high (direct) water flow. regular phytoplankton and oyster feast feedings.

 

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They are both called colorful sea whips. "Leptogorgia virgulata"

 

[Harald Waltrop]

They are both called colorful sea whips. "Leptogorgia virgulata"

yes that's right

http://www.gorgonien-lexikon.com/leptogorgia-virgulata-neu.html

 

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As for care, not sure but I'm sure Phyto wont help. I'd go with cyclopeeze and any other form of smaller food. Oyster feast is perfect.