Brain Coral - Trachyphyllia Size:3-5 Inch They occasionally retract all polyps

They occasionally retract all polyps and develop a waxy sheet over the surface which makes them look wet underwater

little egg cowrie

which may be honeycomb shaped if Goniastrea and more random and snake-like if Platygyra

It may be necessary to secure the coral initially with epoxy or ties until it has grown

Brain Coral - Trachyphyllia Size:3-5 Inch They occasionally retract all polypsThis coral receives most of its energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within its tissues. It will benefit from occasional feedings of meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, chopped krill, pellets, etc. Some corals may also respond to phytoplankton. Its transparent feeding tentacles extend mainly at night, although it can learn to feed during daylight hours. Open brain corals are able to expand their tissues to a