{"id":29021,"date":"2026-04-28T09:42:57","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T09:42:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/shop\/sem categoria\/elephant-ear-coral-amplexidiscus-fenestrafer\/"},"modified":"2026-04-28T10:41:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T10:41:53","slug":"elephant-ear-coral-amplexidiscus-fenestrafer","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/shop\/corals\/mushroom\/elephant-ear-coral-amplexidiscus-fenestrafer\/","title":{"rendered":"Elephant Ear Coral <br> (<em>Amplexidiscus fenestrafer<\/em>)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Elephant Ear Coral: A Captivating &amp; Unique Reef Addition<\/h2>\n<p><em>Transform your marine aquarium with the impressive Elephant Ear Coral (*Amplexidiscus fenestrafer*), a truly distinctive and robust addition that commands attention.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Elephant Ear Coral is a large, disc-shaped corallimorph, capable of reaching an impressive 45 cm in diameter. Its broad, fleshy oral surface typically displays shades of tan, brown, or green, sometimes with subtle patterns. While primarily sessile, this fascinating organism can dramatically alter its shape to engulf prey, making it a dynamic, albeit predatory, focal point for your specialized marine setup.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Care Level<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Caring for an Elephant Ear Coral is considered intermediate to challenging, primarily due to its semi-aggressive, predatory nature. It is capable of capturing and consuming small fish and invertebrates. Careful consideration of tank mates is essential for compatibility, making it ideal for a dedicated species tank or a reef aquarium without susceptible inhabitants.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tank Essentials<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A minimum aquarium size of 379 litres is recommended to accommodate its potential growth and predatory habits. Provide moderate lighting and gentle to moderate water flow, with ideal placement on the bottom substrate where it can fully expand. Maintain stable water parameters to ensure the health of your *Amplexidiscus fenestrafer*.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Diet<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While the Elephant Ear Coral is largely photosynthetic, benefiting from symbiotic zooxanthellae, it is also a keen carnivore. Supplement its diet regularly with meaty foods like small pieces of fish, clam, or shrimp, offered near its central mouth. This varied diet supports vigorous growth and overall vitality for your healthy aquarium fish ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Buy From Us<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you buy Elephant Ear Coral online from us, you\u2019re choosing a trusted source for exceptional marine life. We prioritize ethical sourcing and rigorous quarantine protocols, ensuring each specimen arrives healthy and ready to thrive in your care. Our commitment to humane shipping practices provides peace of mind with every order.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Scientific Name:<\/strong> *Amplexidiscus fenestrafer*<\/li>\n<li><strong>Common Name \/ Variant:<\/strong> Elephant Ear Coral, Giant Cup Mushroom<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maximum Size:<\/strong> 45 cm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Indo-Pacific Ocean<\/li>\n<li><strong>pH Range:<\/strong> 8.1\u20138.4<\/li>\n<li><strong>Temperature:<\/strong> 22\u201328\u00b0C<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifespan:<\/strong> 12\u201325 years<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swimming Zone:<\/strong> Bottom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Add this magnificent Elephant Ear Coral to your specialized marine setup today!<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Elephant Ear Coral: A Captivating &amp; Unique Reef Addition Transform your marine aquarium with the impressive Elephant Ear Coral (*Amplexidiscus [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[31,85],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-29021","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","5":"product_cat-corals","6":"product_cat-mushroom","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-variable"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/29021","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=29021"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=29021"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=29021"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=29021"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.coraisdevidro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=29021"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}