Encrusting Bryozoan (Bryozoa sp.)
Invertebrate in the family Bryozoa. Beginner care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Diet and feeding
Bryozoans are filter-feeders that consume phytoplankton, zooplankton, and organic detritus. They benefit from regular feeding with liquid phytoplankton or fine particulate foods in established systems.
Origin and habitat
Tropical and subtropical reefs worldwide, including Indo-Pacific, Caribbean, and Red Sea regions.
Keeper notes
• Minimum 20 gallon tank • Maintain temperature 72–78°F with stable conditions • Require moderate to strong water flow to feed efficiently • pH 8.1–8.4 and salinity 1.023–1.026 • Feed small particulate foods (phytoplankton, zooplankton) or rely on dissolved organics in established systems
Log Encrusting Bryozoan in your reef tank
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