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Goniopora Coral Species.

Most often called the 'Flowerpot Coral', responsible reef aquarists will shy away from members of the genus Goniopora. Although beautiful, these corals have been the subject of a great deal of recent controversy. Success in captive care is the exception to the rule, with most species surviving only a short time in reef aquariums. However, due in large part to their abundance and ease of collection, these corals (and their close relatives in the genus Alveopora) remain a staple all too commonly available to the reef aquarium hobby.

Coral species of the Genus Goniopora include: