{"product_id":"red-chenille-macroalgae","title":"Red Chenille Macroalgae","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eRed Chenille Macroalgae\u003c\/title\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Chenille Macroalgae\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRed Chenille Macroalgae (\u003cem\u003eDasya sp.\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most texturally extraordinary and visually distinctive macroalgae you can keep in a saltwater system. Native to Australian waters and rarely seen in the hobby, this species grows in long, sinuous, rope-like strands \u003cstrong\u003edensely coated from end to end in fine, velvety red filaments\u003c\/strong\u003e — giving it the appearance of deep crimson chenille yarn drifting and swaying in the current. There is genuinely nothing else in the reef hobby that looks like it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining characteristic of this species is its unique texture. Unlike branching or blade-forming macroalgae, Red Chenille develops flexible, trailing stems with an almost braided quality, every inch covered in short, even, bristle-like branchlets that create a soft, plush, velvet-like surface. Under reef lighting the deep crimson color intensifies, and the movement of the filaments in flow adds a constant, living animation to the display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a rare Australian specimen rarely encountered outside specialist collections, Red Chenille is as much a collector's piece as it is a functional display macroalgae — quietly exporting nutrients while serving as one of the most talked-about and photographed specimens in any tank it inhabits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1a5a61;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color:#1a5a61; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Chenille Frag — 1–2\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSingle Red Chenille cutting, approx. 1–2\" in length\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIdeal for grow-out or adding to a display with room to develop into a full specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA rare opportunity to acquire this Australian species at an accessible entry size\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color:#1a5a61; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Chenille Frag — 2–4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLarger Red Chenille cutting, approx. 2–4\" in length with denser filament coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMore immediate visual impact — the full velvety chenille texture on display right away\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBest choice for display tanks where presence and texture matter from day one\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#184f69;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:separate; border-spacing:10px 10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%; background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to Moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%; background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🌊 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to Moderate, gentle and indirect\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRock-mounted or loosely draped — display or refugium\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e⚙️ \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate — stable parameters recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e📈 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate — manageable and non-invasive\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🧪 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eNutrient Export\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate nitrate and phosphate uptake\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#6a6b58;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf8ee; border:1px solid #e6e1c9; border-left:4px solid #b7ad78; border-radius:10px; padding:13px 15px; color:#22323a;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eRed Chenille performs best in stable, established systems with gentle, indirect flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong direct flow can strip the fine filaments from the stems over time — position with care. Keep away from aggressive herbivores including urchins and large tangs that will graze on the delicate filaments. The velvety filaments can trap detritus in very low flow areas so ensure adequate gentle circulation around the specimen.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#123844;\"\u003e🔍 Aquarium Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRed Chenille Macroalgae is a standout addition to any reef or macro display:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne of the most texturally unique macroalgae in the hobby — the velvety chenille-like form has no equivalent in the trade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe trailing, flexible strands create natural movement and living animation in the display with every pulse of flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA genuine Australian rarity — specimen-grade macroalgae that most collectors worldwide have never had access to\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#123844;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\" style=\"color:#1d5c78;\"\u003eSpecies Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f8f9; border:1px solid #dde4e7; border-left:4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius:10px; padding:13px 15px; font-size:13px; color:#607078; line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#46545b;\"\u003eLivestock Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 10px;\"\u003eDue to natural variation, the specimen you receive may vary slightly in strand length, filament density, coloration, and size. Photographs are representative examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eIndividual specimens may display differences depending on lighting, flow, and tank conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eSize and appearance are provided as general guidelines and may vary slightly from the specimen received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"1-2\" Red Chenille Frag","offer_id":47952128246019,"sku":"S6","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-4\" Red Chenille Frag","offer_id":47952128278787,"sku":"S6","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/hf_20260418_015057_94adf585-30c9-4b90-9934-8c9ccf39b0a7.png?v=1776477144","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/red-chenille-macroalgae","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}