{"product_id":"plume-rock","title":"Plume Rock","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"87\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"85\"\u003ePlume Rock (Christmas Tree Rock) – Featuring \u003cem data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"62\"\u003eSpirobranchus\u003c\/em\u003e spp. Feather Dusters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"614\"\u003ePlume Rock—often called \u003cstrong data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"136\"\u003eChristmas Tree Rock\u003c\/strong\u003e—is a unique, living reef piece encrusted with brightly colored \u003cem data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"215\"\u003eSpirobranchus\u003c\/em\u003e feather duster worms. These tiny filter feeders display vibrant “plume” crowns in shades of blue, orange, yellow, and white that retract instantly when startled. The rock itself is typically a small, porous coral skeleton hosting dozens of worms, creating a dynamic, natural micro-habitat. Its movement, color, and biological diversity make it a standout addition to both nano and large reef tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"653\"\u003eminimum tank size of 10 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable, provided the system is stable and mature with consistent nutrient levels. Add Plume Rock \u003cstrong data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"790\"\u003eafter the tank is fully cycled\u003c\/strong\u003e, as these feather dusters require stable parameters and gentle to moderate flow to thrive. Avoid placing near aggressive corals or strong laminar flow that may cause the worms to remain retracted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eAs filter feeders, the feather dusters benefit from targeted feedings of very fine particulate foods. Offer \u003cstrong data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003ePE Cyclopods\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eHikari Rotifers\u003c\/strong\u003e, or occasional feedings of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003ePolypLab’s ReefRoids\u003c\/strong\u003e (noting that it can raise phosphates) or \u003cstrong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eBenepets Benereef\u003c\/strong\u003e to support polyp health and long-term survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1429\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eApproximate product size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eTypically sold as 1.5–3 inch rocks with multiple feather duster crowns, depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NO_VENDOR","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":42069650440279,"sku":"7606595","price":78.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/4742\/3319\/files\/C64F81E3-FBFD-4DA2-A6BD-137F79583363.jpg?v=1764005912","url":"https:\/\/www.reefescape.net\/products\/plume-rock","provider":"Reef eScape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}