What kind of coral is Ricordea?
Ricordea florida is a species of coral of the family Ricordeidae and the order Corallimorpharia, whose members are also called false corals. Due to their bright pigmentation and fluorescence under ultraviolet light, Ricordea florida is very popular in hobby saltwater aquariums.
Can you dip Ricordea mushroom?
Yup, safe to dip.
Should I dip soft corals?
OK folks let’s jump right into it dipping corals is a very easy thing to do. And the reason why you want to dip your corals is it’s going to prevent pests from entering in your aquarium. Dipping corals also inhibits the introduction of good critters such as amphipods and copepods.
Should I dip mushroom coral?
Should You Dip Mushroom Corals? Yes, you should dip Mushroom corals, one of the more common pests which can hitchhike on mushrooms are flatworms as well as some undesirable copepods or even predatory nudibranch.
What is a Ricordea?
Ricordea belong to a particular group known as corallimorphs. You can find members of the group throughout the ocean – mostly due to their habit of taking over reefs in a sweeping “carpet.” The temperature of the water determines the overall shape the corallimorph will take. In the temperature zone, you’ll see long, dramatic columns.
Where can I find Ricordea florida?
You’ll find two species: Ricordea florida and Ricordea yuma. R. florida inhabits the tropical western Atlantic and Caribbean waters. R. yuma stretches throughout the tropical Pacific. (Note: tropical ranges to go with those short bases and stunt tentacles) If you don’t see the two species next to one another, it’s easy to get them confused.
Is Ricordea a mushroom coral?
The Ricordea, or flower mushroom coral, is a very popular mushroom anemone (coral) among saltwater aquarium enthusiasts because they are relatively easy to keep and have some amazing coloration. What differences do you see between the two genera?
Do Ricordea corals need calcium?
Without a strict need for calcium structures to maintain their base, they outcompete their SPS and LPS cousins. Ricordea make up the only genus in the Ricordeidae family of corallimorphs. Ricordea corals have a small, round body with short club or berry-shaped tentacles.