Genus

Common name: Sea Fans

Scientific name: Gorgonia

Gorgonia is a genus of soft corals commonly known as sea fans or gorgonians. These corals are notable for their tree-like structure and are found in a variety of colors and shapes. They are filter feeders and require moderate to strong water flow and good lighting to thrive in a reef aquarium. Gorgonians are symbiotic with photosynthetic algae, which necessitates their placement in well-lit areas. They can be challenging to keep due to their specific flow and lighting needs, but they add a unique three-dimensional aspect to a reef tank.

  1. Gorgonia flabellum,Venus fan
    Common name: venus sea fan
    Scientific name: Gorgonia flabellum
  2. Wide-Mesh Sea Fan (Gorgonia mariae) near Anilao, Batangas, Philippines.  Underwater photography and marine life.
    Common name: Purple Sea Rod
    Scientific name: Gorgonia mariae
  3. The purple sea fan attached to a rock or coral reef.
    Common name: purple sea fan
    Scientific name: Gorgonia ventalina