{"product_id":"black-golden-sea-rod","title":"Black\/Golden Sea Rod","description":"\u003c!-- GCE Product Template – Gorgonian Line (Purple Accent) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-product\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePlexaura homomalla \u003c\/em\u003e- (Sea Rod)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"gce-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #9b48a8;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sea Rod worth a second look…just ask Toby P! ™️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe take all of our hero images in one of our personal displays. We set up this photo intending to showcase the Black Sea Rod. Toby P had other plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"gce-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlack\/Golden Sea Rod\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003ePlexaura homomalla\u003c\/em\u003e) is a photosynthetic Caribbean gorgonian known for its flexible branching growth and distinctive textured surface. Coloration ranges from golden brown, and cream to nearly black and brown, depending on collection depth. Your individual lighting will influence how the color of the gorgonian appears, and whether or not the polyps are extended also plays a role. L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Black\/Golden Sea Rods can be sensitive during shipping, acclimated and established specimens are hardy and adapt readily to aquarium life when provided with moderate to strong water movement and stable reef conditions. As the colony matures, it develops additional branches and a more intricate growth form. The tissue will also start covering the plugs on which it arrives! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"gce-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy It’s GORGeous\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interesting and unique dark brown to black coloration that changes with lighting level. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the Sea Rod itself should only slightly sway in the flow, the extended polyps give the gorgonian a very active look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep algae and debris off the branches, and place it mid-tank. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector personality:\u003c\/strong\u003e These gorgonians are perfect for enthusiasts who want a hardy and not-often-offered piece in their aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Subtle differences in branch thickness, shape, and tone keep each colony unique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"gce-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSizing \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Sea Rod typically ranges from\u003cstrong\u003e 4-6 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e in height, with its exact shape determined by natural growth and collection site. All are mounted to standard reef plugs. We have found several established colonies that we will sustainably frag to ensure regular availability. We do have a few larger specimens. Email us if you're interested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"gce-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-traits\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraits\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-traits-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-trait\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eColor: Dark golden brown to black \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-trait\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eEase: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eIntermediate (hardy once established)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-trait\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eClassification:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003ePhotosynthetic Sea Rod\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-trait\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eNutrient Uptake:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eNone. It's a gorg. ;)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-trait\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eUse: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eDisplay specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-trait\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eLighting: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-trait\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eModerate; alternating\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-trait\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eLimited new offering!\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-trait\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-note\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Note from the Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery gorgonian we offer is hand-collected, acclimated, and observed by our team before shipping. While we carefully try to remove hitchhikers, it’s possible that a few “goodies” from the reef may tag along. It's a natural part of receiving genuine wild-collected specimens!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGorgonians like this Sea Rod will arrive with polyps withdrawn from transport. Under moderate steady flow, lighting, and with regular feeding, they typically reopen and resume normal extension within a short time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-note\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gce-note\"\u003eWe ship via 2-Day service on Mondays and Tuesdays only to ensure specimens arrive healthy. You’ll receive tracking information as soon as your order ships.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Plexaura flexuosa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44486515621930,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/9667\/2298\/files\/C4CE9191-179B-4ABF-9CB5-F63DED91EC4A.jpg?v=1782063577","url":"https:\/\/gulfcoasteco.myshopify.com\/products\/black-golden-sea-rod","provider":"live-plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}