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Protopolythoa Coral Profile

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Palythoa Button PolypsJohn Stevenson

Genus:

Protopalythoa

Common Species

  • Most are unclassified
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    Common Names

  • Sea Mat
  • Button Polyps

    • Notes

  • Prefers bright light, but is tolerant of lower light
  • Prefers moderate to strong current
  • High reproductive rate
  • Very aggressive coral
  • Some species contain a strong neurotoxin which affects humans
  • Good starter coral
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