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Hidden Cup Coral - Phyllangia americana

Hidden Cup Coral - Phyllangia americana

ID:  Almost translucent polyps, often greenish hue in center, skeleton seen when polyps retracted. Often misidentified as aiptasia.  Polyps extend at night or low light.

Tips:  A sought-after native Florida coral. Hidden Cups are not endangered. The appreciate medium to low lighting with good flow. They will certainly appreciate target feeding. 

Rated:  Reef Safe

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