Lace Coral (5”-7”) Triton the sea star actually extends

the sea star actually extends its stomach out through its mouth and digests its prey externally

They're collected in the SW Pacific Ocean

Branches are typically 1 to 3 inches thick

The Red Sea Fan comes from the deep parts of the reefs of the Indian Ocean and has a classic sea fan appearance

Lace Coral (5”-7”) Triton the sea star actually extendsThe Stylaster corals are found in cool waters at depths from 40 to 180 feet (12 55 meters). They occur in groups under shaded ledges, caves, and overhangs where they avoid strong sunlight. The flat part of the coral faces into a strong current where it can make use of the passing plankton and other prey. They use the venomous cells (nematocysts) found in their tentacles to catch prey in these nutrient rich waters, but also to sting and deflect any