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Hypnea

Hypnea musciformis

Family: Cystocloniaceae

📍 Worldwide in tropical seas

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Wiry, reddish-brown branching macroalgae that tangs and rabbitfish readily consume. Grows quickly and provides excellent nutrient export in refugia. Attaches loosely to rubble and rock. One of the most palatable macroalgae for herbivorous reef fish — can be offered directly as live food.

Keeping this species

note
excellent live food for tangs and rabbitfish
role
beneficial — food and nutrient export
placement
refugium or display
lightLevel
medium

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Natural Habitat Temperature

82°79°75°JFMAMJJASOND

75°F 82°F seasonal range  · (Jan low, Jun high)

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