Saltwater Aquariums

  1. Home
  2. Home & Garden
  3. Saltwater Aquariums

Tubastraea Coral Profile

By Stan & Debbie Hauter, About.com

Tubastraea Coral ProfileRobert Bailey
Genus: Tubastraea

Common Species

  • T. aurea, T. coccinea, T. diaphana, T. faulkneri, T. micrantha, T. micrantha
    • ( (view enlarged photo)

    Common Names

  • Orange Cup Coral, Sun Coral, Black Sun Coral.

    • Notes

  • Requires ample feeding to survive
  • Prefers moderate to bright light
  • Requires fast to moderate current

    • Suggested Reading

    Free E-Mail Class - "Saltwater Aquariums 101 - Getting Started"How To Set Up A Saltwater Aquarium In 10 Easy StepsSeven Cardinal Sins of Saltwater Aquaria Keeping

    Suggested Reading

    Soft Coral PhotosSPS & LPS Coral PhotosFeeding Corals - Corals Need More Than Light

    Stan & Debbie Hauter
    Guides since 1997

    Stan & Debbie Hauter
    Saltwater Aquariums Guides

    Explore Saltwater Aquariums

    About.com Special Features

    Green Your Clean

    Rid your home of grime and harsh chemicals by cleaning with these natural items. More >

    Basic Cleaning Supplies

    Every home is different, but this basic cleaning supply list is a good starting point. More >

    Browse All About.com

    Saltwater Aquariums

    1. Home
    2. Home & Garden
    3. Saltwater Aquariums
    4. Coral Profiles & Pictures
    5. Coral Profiles Index
    6. Hard Coral Species Profiles
    7. Tubastraea Coral Profile

    ©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

    All rights reserved.