Aug 11, 2022 · Soft corals have soft bodies that can move and flow with the ocean currents. When you look at them, soft corals resemble plants or trees with limbs blowing in the wind whereas hard corals …

Soft corals contain minute, spiny skeletal elements called sclerites, useful in species identification. Sclerites give these corals some degree of support and give their flesh a spiky, grainy texture that …

Aug 30, 2021 · If you are interested in finding more details about the different soft coral types and their care, this comprehensive guide is for you. You’ll find all the information you need to know before …

Aug 21, 2025 · While hard corals are the primary reef-builders, soft corals contribute to the reef ecosystem without forming the same rigid structures. Soft corals also exhibit greater flexibility, …

Soft corals, like sea fingers and sea whips, are soft and bendable and often resemble plants or trees. These corals do not have stony skeletons and are non-reef-building corals—instead, they grow wood …

Soft corals produce a wide range of shapes and colors and fall into two major categories; true corals and octocorals. True corals are scleractinians, which include hard corals. Octocorals are distinguished by …

Soft coral is also known as Alcyonacea and ahermatypic coral, which is a type of coral that does not secrete calcium carbonate skeleton or form reefs. They are normally colorful and look like …

Aug 1, 2025 · Learn the differences between Soft Corals, LPS, and SPS. This beginner’s coral guide covers care tips, placement, lighting, and the best starter corals.

Dec 14, 2022 · In the rest of this article, I will talk about 11 easy soft corals that are great for beginners. I will briefly discuss what water parameters they need, requirements of light and water flow, and other …

Sep 11, 2025 · As stony corals bleach and die, soft corals are thriving. Discover why their resilience may shape the future of reef ecosystems.