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Description
Cultured Pussy Soft Coral Orange (Scleronephthya sp.)
Overview:
The Orange Pussy Soft Coral is a striking soft coral with vibrant orange, tree-like branches covered in delicate polyps. Known for its fluffy, flower-like appearance, it adds vivid color and texture to reef aquariums. This cultured variety is more sustainable and better adapted to aquarium life compared to wild-collected specimens.
Origin:
Aquacultured from Indo-Pacific broodstock, reducing impact on natural reefs while providing a hardier, tank-adapted coral.
Feeding:
Unlike many soft corals, Scleronephthya is non-photosynthetic and does not rely on light for survival. It requires regular target or broadcast feedings of phytoplankton, zooplankton, or specialized coral foods. Strong water flow helps deliver food to its polyps.
Tank Mates:
Reef-safe and compatible with peaceful fish and invertebrates. Should be placed in areas of high flow and kept away from aggressive corals that may overshadow or damage it.
Aggression:
Low. Does not sting or engage in chemical warfare but is sensitive to being overgrown or shaded by more dominant corals.
Experience Level:
Advanced. Due to its non-photosynthetic nature, this coral requires frequent feeding and careful placement in strong, indirect water flow. Best suited for experienced aquarists prepared to meet its demanding care needs.
Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 72–78°F (22–25.5°C)
- pH: 8.1–8.4
- Salinity: 1.023–1.025
- dKH: 8–12
DX courier delivery is £20 per livestock order.
Delivery is scheduled for your selected delivery date and typically arrives before 1pm.
There is no minimum or maximum order value.
Additional information:
- In-stock livestock orders will be processed and dispatched for delivery on the date selected on the cart/basket page.
- Available delivery days are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
- If any stock issues affect your chosen delivery date, we will contact you as soon as possible by email or telephone.
- Shipping for dry goods is charged separately from livestock delivery. Dry goods are dispatched according to our standard delivery policy.
- All livestock remains covered by our 7-day guarantee.

