Mini Violet Orchid Feather Duster Colony (Self-Propagating)

Macroalgae Farms

Mini Violet Orchid Feather Duster Colony (Self-Propagating)

$32.99

Key Features:
⭐ Vibrant violet feather crowns
• Natural filter feeder
• Naturally reproduces in aquariums
• Adds motion to reef displays

Size: Starter Colony (3 Feather Dusters)
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Mini Violet Orchid Feather Duster Colony (Self-Propagating)

$32.99

$32.99

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Size: Starter Colony (3 Feather Dusters) - Sold out
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About this item

Mini Violet Orchid Feather Duster Colony

Violet Orchid Feather Duster Colony (Sabellidae sp.) is a delicate filter-feeding marine invertebrate known for its intricate crown of feather-like radioles that extend outward in a circular fan. These soft, flowing crowns display subtle gradients of white and violet, creating a floral, orchid-like appearance that adds elegant motion and texture to reef aquariums.

Each colony consists of multiple tube-dwelling feather dusters anchored to hard substrate, extending their crowns into the water column to capture fine particulates and plankton. When undisturbed, they remain fully extended and gently sway with water movement, but will quickly retract into their tubes when startled, adding a dynamic and responsive element to the aquarium environment.

*Note: Mini Feather Dusters typically measure approximately 0.5-1" in length.

Available Sizes

Starter Colony (3 Feather Dusters)

  • Small grouping of approximately 3 individual feather dusters
  • Ideal for establishing colonies in new systems
  • Great for observing natural extension and filter-feeding behavior

Mature Colony (10+ Feather Dusters)

  • Larger established grouping with 10 or more individuals
  • Full, dense visual display with multiple extended crowns
  • Ideal for immediate visual impact and display placement

Care Information

💡 Lighting
Low to Moderate		 🌊 Water Flow
Moderate
📍 Placement
Rockwork, rubble zones, or low-flow display areas		 ⚙️ Care Level
Moderate
📈 Growth Rate
Moderate		 🧪 Feeding
Filter feeder (phytoplankton, micro foods)

Special Considerations

Feather dusters are sensitive filter feeders that rely on stable water conditions and consistent availability of fine suspended nutrients. They may retract frequently when first introduced or when disturbed, but will gradually extend more consistently once acclimated. Placement in areas with gentle, consistent flow helps maintain full extension and feeding behavior.

🌱 Propagation

Violet Orchid Feather Duster Colonies may expand over time through natural colony growth and tube formation, successfully reproducing in aquarium settings:

  • New individuals may develop within established clusters under stable conditions
  • Colonies gradually increase in density with proper feeding and low stress
  • Growth is dependent on nutrient availability and system maturity

Learn More

For detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our Species Library.

Livestock Disclaimer

Due to natural variation between specimens and uncertainty at the exact species level, the item you receive may not appear exactly like the one pictured. Photographs are representative examples of general appearance and coloration.

Individual colonies may vary in size, crown shape, density, coloration intensity, and number of individuals depending on origin, age, and environmental conditions.

Approximate colony sizes and counts are provided as guidelines and may vary slightly from the specimen received.

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