Indo Ruby Red Cynarina

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General Description:

Cynarina corals are single coralite LPS specimens with vibrant translucent flesh that showcase a wide range of colors, from striking red hues to dazzling neon green shades. A particularly rare variant is the Indo Ruby Red Cynarina, boasting a bright red translucent body that is highly coveted and scarce in the current reef trade market, especially those originating from Indonesia.

Demands and Hardiness:

Cynarina thrive in moderate lighting conditions, often preferring reef slopes as their natural habitat. These corals are suited to low water flow environments, where excessive movement can hinder their feeding capabilities. In terms of feeding, Cynarina rely on their zooxanthellae for sustenance but can benefit from supplementary feedings of meaty foods like Mysis and krill, measuring around 5mm to 50mm in size.

Lighting:

Moderate lighting is ideal for Cynarina corals, mirroring their usual positioning on reef slopes where they can receive adequate illumination for their needs.

Water Flow:

Cynarina corals thrive in low water flow conditions, as excessive currents can impede their ability to capture and consume food effectively.

Feeding:

Cynarina corals draw nourishment primarily from their zooxanthellae, but they can also benefit from a varied diet that includes medium to large-sized pellets such as Mysis, krill, and other suitable feed items.

Propagation:

Regrettably, Cynarina corals are not favorable candidates for aquaculture propagation methods, posing a challenge in artificially reproducing these specimens for commercial purposes.

Localization & Habitat:

These corals have their origins in the Indo-Pacific region, specifically in Australia, where all Cynarina specimens featured typically originate from, reflecting their natural habitat and environmental adaptations.