Bird of Paradise / Orange Birdsnest
A variant of Birdsnest coral (Seriatopora hystrix)
Representative Birdsnest coralphoto — a dedicated image of this exact morph isn't available yet.
A warm-toned birdsnest in orange/salmon hues, sometimes sold as 'Bird of Paradise,' giving a softer color than the typical pink or green.
📜 Backstory
A color-descriptor trade name for orange/salmon Seriatopora, selected from wild imports and propagated in captivity. Like other birdsnest morphs it's hardy and easy to frag, so it stays affordable despite the appealing coloration.
Keeper tips for this variant
Moderate light brings out the warm tones; keep flow gentle-to-moderate so the fragile tips aren't constantly broken off.
Other SPS Corals variants
Pink BirdsnestGreen / Neon BirdsnestPonape / Pink Lemonade BirdsnestGreen BirdsnestPonape BirdsnestOrange Setosa (Birdsnest)Bird of Paradise (Blue-tip)Neon Green Tip BirdsnestRed Dragon BirdsnestPink Birdsnest (Seriatopora hystrix)Green Birdsnest (Seriatopora)Ponape / Pohnpei Birdsnest (Seriatopora)Hyacinth BirdsnestGreen Tip Orange BirdsnestGreen Tip Pink BirdsnestBird of ParadiseJason Fox Enchanted Forest BirdsnestPurple Polyp Green BirdsnestWWC Purple Polyp BirdsnestBlue Zing Bird's NestYellow Bird's Nest