(Pseudopterogorgia bipinnata)

Description

Graceful Purple Feather Gorgonian: A Reef Aquarium Gem

Introduce elegant motion to your reef with the captivating Purple Feather Gorgonian. Its vibrant hues and delicate, branching form bring a captivating natural aesthetic to your underwater world.

Overview

The Purple Feather Gorgonian, *Pseudopterogorgia bipinnata*, enchants with its unique bipinnate, fan-like structure, swaying gently with the currents. Typically displaying shades of violet or deep purple with fine white or tan polyps, this soft coral adds vertical interest and a touch of serene movement. When polyps are extended, it creates a soft, feathery appearance, actively filtering the water and enhancing your reef’s natural beauty.

Care Level

Considered moderate to easy for the dedicated aquarist, the Purple Feather Gorgonian is a peaceful, photosynthetic soft coral. It thrives in established reef systems and is compatible with most reef inhabitants, including seahorses. Provide ample space from other corals to ensure optimal growth and prevent irritation.

Tank Essentials

A minimum of 100 litres is recommended to house this gorgonian, ensuring stability and growing room. It requires moderate to strong, alternating water flow to prevent detritus buildup and encourage polyp extension. Maintain stable parameters: pH 8.1-8.4, temperature 22-26°C.

Diet

Primarily photosynthetic, the Purple Feather Gorgonian derives much energy from moderate to strong lighting. Supplement its diet regularly with fine zooplankton, phytoplankton, mysis shrimp, or other coral-specific foods for optimal health and growth.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy *Pseudopterogorgia bipinnata* online from Corais de Vidro, you receive healthy, responsibly sourced specimens. We prioritize ethical collection and aquaculture, ensuring robust corals are expertly packed for safe, humane transit directly to your aquarium. Trust us for vibrant, healthy aquarium fish and invertebrates.

• Scientific Name: Pseudopterogorgia bipinnata
• Common Name / Variant: Bipinnate Sea Plume / Purple Feather Gorgonian
• Maximum Size: 60cm
• Origin: Western Atlantic, Caribbean Sea
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 22–26°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Fixed

Add this stunning Purple Feather Gorgonian to your reef aquarium today!