Chilli corals. What are they?
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sharks
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Look here 
One "L" not two and you will get hits on google
HIH
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http://www.marinedepotlive.com/1153474.html
One "L" not two and you will get hits on google
HIH
S
http://www.marinedepotlive.com/1153474.html
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Craig Manoukian
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Good link sharks!
Alcyonium species
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Alcyonium species
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Alcyonium sp.
Common Name: Chili Coral, Chili Sponge, Red Finger
Lighting: N/A, non-photosynthetic
Aggressiveness: Low
Current: Medium to Strong
Hardiness: Moderate, good for aquarists with at least 6 months reef
keeping experience.
Region: Indo Pacific on reef slopes with strong current. Also found
in lagoons with strong tidal currents in shady areas attached to hard
substrate.
Description: Small colony size, not generally reaching over 6 inches tall with finger like lobes or branches, extends small white feeding polyps. Colors can be red, orange, or purple.
Since this coral is non-photosynthetic (does not feed on light and contains no zooxantheallae) it must be fed on a regular basis. Any phytoplankton, zooplankton, micro food, and brine shrimp is accepted.
Common Name: Chili Coral, Chili Sponge, Red Finger
Lighting: N/A, non-photosynthetic
Aggressiveness: Low
Current: Medium to Strong
Hardiness: Moderate, good for aquarists with at least 6 months reef
keeping experience.
Region: Indo Pacific on reef slopes with strong current. Also found
in lagoons with strong tidal currents in shady areas attached to hard
substrate.
Description: Small colony size, not generally reaching over 6 inches tall with finger like lobes or branches, extends small white feeding polyps. Colors can be red, orange, or purple.
Since this coral is non-photosynthetic (does not feed on light and contains no zooxantheallae) it must be fed on a regular basis. Any phytoplankton, zooplankton, micro food, and brine shrimp is accepted.