Purple/Green Mushroom Angelfish or Tawneygirdled butterfly

or Tawneygirdled butterfly

This interesting coral is free-living on the substrate

and typically arrives attached to substrate

Temperature swings are not tolerated and may lead to bleaching

Purple/Green Mushroom Angelfish or Tawneygirdled butterflyMushroom corals receive most of their energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within their tissues. They will also benefit from occasional feedings of zooplankton and small meaty items such as brine shrimp. They are covered by a thick layer of mucus which helps them consume small edible particles, and they also absorb dissolved nutrients from the water. They are very adaptable and virtually pest and disease free. Mushrooms are peaceful