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The Hyacinth Birdsnest is known for exceptionally fast growth under stable reef conditions, making it a beautiful choice for established SPS and mixed reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVivid pink branches with blue polyps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright white growth tips\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquacultured by ORA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine, sharply pointed branching structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExceptionally fast-growing SPS coral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for established reef aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate purchase size: 1–2 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSeriatopora hystrix\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyacinth Birdsnest Coral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle to upper areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to strong\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine branching\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaculture:\u003c\/strong\u003e ORA aquacultured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlacement and Water Flow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the Hyacinth Birdsnest Coral in the middle-to-upper portion of the aquarium where it will receive moderate-to-strong, indirect water movement. Good circulation helps prevent debris from collecting between its branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid positioning the coral directly in front of a powerful pump. Its thin branches are naturally fragile and may break when handled roughly or exposed to concentrated water flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLighting and Acclimation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-to-high reef lighting will support strong coloration and healthy growth. Begin the coral in moderate lighting and gradually acclimate it to brighter conditions to reduce the risk of light stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, salinity, and temperature are essential for maintaining healthy tissue and consistent SPS growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Live Coral Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photograph represents the species, coloration, and typical growth pattern. Every coral is a unique living specimen, so the exact size, shape, coloration, and branch structure may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Animal Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coral ships using our \u003cstrong\u003e$39.99 Overnight Live Animal Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e profile. Qualifying live animal orders totaling \u003cstrong\u003e$300 or more ship free\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive animal shipping charges do not combine with standard merchandise or other shipping profiles. 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