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Elephant Ear Mushroom

(Amplexidiscus fenestrafer)

Premium hand-selected SPS coral, perfect for advanced reef aquariums.

$79.99
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Coral Characteristic:

Temperament
Peaceful to semi-aggressive (can engulf nearby corals)
Care Level
Beginner
Diet
Photosynthetic; may accept occasional small meaty foods.
Region
Indo-Pacific
Reef Placement
Sandbed or low rockwork (avoid high flow)
Family
Discosomatidae
Description

The Elephant Ear Mushroom Coral is a striking soft coral known for its large, fleshy disc and smooth, flowing movement, resembling the shape of an elephant’s ear when fully expanded. Its broad surface and subtle coloration create a dramatic focal point in reef aquariums, especially under blue or mixed lighting.

Elephant Ear Mushroom – Maintenance Suggestions

Care Level
Beginner
Lighting (PAR)
40-120
Water Flow
Low (gentle/indirect)
Tank Size (Gallons)
20+ gallons
Reef Placement
Sandbed or low rockwork (avoid high flow)
Salinity (SG) 1.023-1.026
1.020 1.030
Temperature (°F) 75.00-80.00°
70° 85°
Alkalinity (dKH) 8.00-9.50
4 14
pH Level 8.10-8.40
7.0 9.0
Calcium 400.00-450.00 ppm
380 ppm 480 ppm
Nitrate-Phosphate 2.00-15.00 ppm
1 ppm 25 ppm

How To Dip

Inspect the Coral for anything odd.

Inspect the Coral for anything odd.

Use a dip to clean the Coral in a small container.

Use a dip to clean the Coral in a small container.

Rinse the Coral with tank water.

Rinse the Coral with tank water.

Attach the Coral to your preferred location.

Attach the Coral to your preferred location.

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Happy Reefers

John D.

Outstanding Quality!

The product exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend!

John D. California
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Jason M.

Outstanding Coral Quality!

The coral arrived healthy, vibrant and exactly as pictured. Packaging was excellent and delivery was on time. Highly recommend for serious reef keepers!

Jason M. California
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Mark T.

Healthy & Well Packed!

Coral was well acclimated and carefully packed. Instructions were clear and helpful for beginners moving into SPS corals.

Mark T. Texas
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Sarah L.

Perfect for Reef Tanks!

Excellent coloration and growth after just two weeks. This coral blends perfectly with my existing reef setup.

Sarah L. Arizona
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Why Choose US?

Crafted with safe, non-toxic, eco-friendly materials.

Feature
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2-hour DOA claim window (clear + enforced)
Report within 2 hours of delivery/pickup
Often unclear windows or inconsistent handling
Local pickup (when available)
Local pickup available by appointment when offered
Online-only with no pickup option
5-day retail health guarantee
5-day limited health guarantee for retail livestock (terms apply)
Usually DOA-only
No runaround on resolutions
Live sales final; approved issues handled via store credit (policy is spelled out)
“We’ll see what we can do” with vague outcomes
Safe shipping days
Ships Monday–Wednesday for livestock safety
Many sellers still ship late-week (higher delay risk)
Built-in care guidance on product pages
Listings include practical info like PAR range, flow, aggression, and parameter ranges (plus dip guidance on many pages)
Minimal specs = more guesswork and preventable losses
Free UPS Overnight threshold
Free UPS Overnight on coral orders $299+ (after discounts, before tax)
Higher thresholds or no free overnight option
Airline cargo option for big orders
Airline cargo available for $1499+ orders
Not offered (or no clear process)
True WYSIWYG transparency
Buy the exact coral shown; photographed under real reef lighting; inspected before listing
Stock photos / “representative” images / heavy filters
One brand, one facility (no hidden storefronts)
“One brand, one business, one facility” + dedicated aquaculture/holding facility; livestock acclimated/quarantined
Multiple sites/brands can muddy accountability

Frequently Asked Question

Yes — if something arrives DOA, it may be eligible for store credit when the claim rules are followed.
DOA claims must be submitted within 2 hours of delivery (or pickup).
Send clear photos + video of the coral in the original sealed bag, a photo of the shipping label, and a visible timestamp.
Yes — someone must be present for the first delivery attempt; missed deliveries void guarantees.
Yes — retail livestock includes a 5-day limited health guarantee, with exclusions for things like acclimation/water quality/equipment issues.
Live livestock sales are final; approved claims are resolved with store credit (not refunds to the original payment method).
Live shipments typically go out Monday–Wednesday for livestock safety (weather can shift schedules).
Yes — free UPS Overnight applies to retail coral orders $299+ (subtotal after discounts, before tax), with exclusions.
Options include UPS Overnight, airline cargo, and local pickup by appointment (where available).
It depends on the listing — some items are sold per polyp (and you select the number of polyps), while others are per frag/colony; the product description will state the unit.
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