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Galaxea Coral Profile

By Stan & Debbie Hauter, About.com

Galaxy CoralDennis & Andrea Pilipufs
Genus: Galaxea

Common Species

  • G. astreata, G. fascicularis
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    Common Names

  • Galaxy Coral, Crystal Coral, Star Coral, Brittle Coral, Durian Coral.
  • Notes

  • Difficult to keep in an aquarium
  • Easily damaged
  • Susceptible to brown jelly infections and other problems

  • Prefers bright light

  • Gentle current works best

  • Produces long stinging tentacles

  • Best kept well away from other corals

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