What lighting does Briareum asbestinum need?

Briareum asbestinum (Corky Sea Finger) requires Moderate-High lighting for optimal growth and coloration.

Where should I place Briareum asbestinum in my reef tank?

Briareum asbestinum (Corky Sea Finger) does best in the bottom-middle of the aquarium.

Is Briareum asbestinum aggressive?

Briareum asbestinum (Corky Sea Finger) has a peaceful temperament.

How hard is Briareum asbestinum to keep?

Briareum asbestinum (Corky Sea Finger) is considered easy difficulty. Great for beginners.

What family does Briareum asbestinum belong to?

Briareum asbestinum belongs to the family Briareidae. This classification is verified by WoRMS (World Register of Marine Species), AphiaID 289534.

Soft Coral

Briareum asbestinum

Corky Sea Finger

Encrusting/branching gorgonian relative. Spreads aggressively like GSP.

Genus Briareum

Family Briareidae

WoRMS AphiaID: 289534

Feeding Photosynthetic

Fragging Cut Branch

Easy Care

Care Parameters

Lighting

Moderate-High

Flow

Medium-High

Placement

bottom-middle

Temperament

peaceful

Temperature

75-80°F / 24-27°C

Alkalinity

8-12 dKH

Calcium

400-450 ppm

Primary source: LiveAquaria 2 observations across 2 sources

Care Data by Source

Source	Light	Flow	Placement	Temperament	Care	Samples
LiveAquaria PRIMARY	Moderate-High	—	bottom-middle	peaceful	easy	1
AllCorals Ref	Moderate-High	Moderate-High	mid-top	aggressive	easy	1

Cards in Collection

1 card for Briareum asbestinum