Candy Cane Coral (Caulastraea furcata)

Coral in the family Caryophylliidae.

Candy Cane Coral

Quick facts

Scientific nameCaulastraea furcata
FamilyCaryophylliidae
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea through Southeast Asia to the Great Barrier Reef and beyond.

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