Tank setup
A minimum 100L aquarium suits Cynarina Coral. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
pH
8.1 - 8.4
Temperature
24° - 27 °C
Max size
12 cm
Min tank
100 L
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A single large polyp that inflates dramatically over its skeleton, traded in bicolour and red forms. Wants low flow, moderate light and a soft place to sit on the sand bed.
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Everything you need to keep Cynarina Coral healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 100L aquarium suits Cynarina Coral. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 8.1–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Cynarina Coral is photosynthetic; readily target fed. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Cynarina Coral is generally peaceful; inflates substantially. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful; inflates substantially tankmates in invertebrates. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Cynarina Coral vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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Species that typically work alongside Cynarina Coral in a similar setup.
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Zoanthid Colony (various colors)
Zoanthus sp.
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