Amaranth Brain Coral (Trachyphyllia amarantus)

Coral in the family Trachyphylliidae.

Amaranth Brain Coral

Quick facts

Scientific nameTrachyphyllia amarantus
FamilyTrachyphylliidae
Minimum tank size40 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.025

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific, primarily from Indonesia to Australia and the Great Barrier Reef.

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