Brown Capnella

Capnella sp.

Family : Nephtheidae

CoralMarinesoft coral

The Brown Capnella is a tree-like soft coral with brown coloration. It is very hardy and easy to keep, ideal for beginners.

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Popularity

Soft coral

no calcareous skeleton

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Not Evaluated

Biotope

Indo-Pacific

Récifs coralliens de l'océan Indien et Pacifique tropical.

Description

This coral forms fleshy tree-like branches in brown to beige color. The polyps are retractable. Its growth is moderate to fast. It can reach 25 cm in height. It tolerates a wide range of parameters. It is peaceful and can be kept with other soft corals. It propagates easily by cuttings. It is very popular in aquariums.

Habitat

Region :

Coral reefs, moderate flow areas

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature24–27 °C

pH8.1–8.4

GH8–12 °dGH

KH8–12 °dKH

Salinity1.023–1.025 ‰

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.1 mg/L

Calcium

≥ 400 ppm

Magnesium

≥ 1250 ppm

Light

Medium

Flow

Medium

Care

Difficulty

2/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

60 L

Min. group

Adult size

25 cm

Lifespan

7 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

cuttings

Care notes

Parameters: temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025, calcium 400-450 mg/L, magnesium 1250-1350 mg/L. Lighting moderate. Flow moderate. Feeding: photosynthetic, may accept phytoplankton. Minimum tank volume: 60 liters. Compatibility: peaceful, avoid aggressive corals. Difficulty: easy (2/5). Adult size: 25 cm. Lifespan: 5-8 years. Propagation by cuttings.

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