Catseye Bubble Coral

Catseye Bubble Coral

Transform Your Tank with a Living Jewel of the Reef

Looking for a showstopping LPS that turns heads... The Catseye Bubble Coral (Plerogyra sinuosa) is one of the most visually striking specimens available for the home aquarium — its translucent, water-filled vesicles expand into mesmerizing spheres that catch and scatter light unlike anything else in a reef tank. Rarer than the standard Bubble Coral and highly sought after for its distinctive cat's-eye patterning across each bubble, this is not a coral you'll find at every shop. When The Coral Boutique has them in stock, they go fast.

Catseye Bubble Corals are a deeply rewarding addition to any saltwater aquarium, particularly for aquarists who appreciate bold, animated growth. During the day, the bubbles inflate dramatically — often doubling the coral's apparent size — while at night, tentacles extend to feed, giving the colony an entirely different and equally captivating look. Low to moderate flow and moderate lighting keep this specimen thriving, making it accessible for newer reef keepers ready to step up their game.

QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE

• Common Name: Catseye Bubble Coral
• Current Size: Medium (approx. 3–4 inches, colony diameter)
• Care Level: Easy
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive — sweeper tentacles extend at night; provide adequate spacing from neighboring corals
• Diet: Photosynthetic (Zooxanthellae); benefits from supplemental target feeding 1–2x per week with small meaty foods (mysis, zooplankton)
• Reef Safe: Yes, with caution — maintain distance from adjacent corals
• Water Conditions: Temp 76–80°F | Salinity 1.025–1.026 | pH 8.1–8.3 | Alkalinity 8–11 dKH | Calcium 400–450 ppm | Low-to-moderate flow, moderate lighting (50–100 PAR)

WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?

Every Catseye Bubble Coral we ship is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our Miami facility until it is actively feeding and displaying healthy bubble inflation — so what arrives at your door is a stable, thriving specimen ready to settle into your reef tank with confidence.