Acantho Red With Yellow and Pink Mouth

Bold. Luminous. Rare. This Red Acanthophyllia with a sunburst yellow and blush pink mouth is a collector’s dream. Its vibrant red body radiates under reef lighting, while the contrasting multicolor mouth glows like a molten core—offering a centerpiece coral that looks alive with energy. Measuring 5–6 inches fully inflated, this WYSIWYG gem is a one-of-a-kind showpiece, aquacultured for long-term success.

🧼 Acanthophyllia Coral Care Guide
About Acanthophyllia deshayesiana
Known as the Donut Coral or Meat Coral, Acanthophyllia is a large single-polyp LPS coral with dramatic color combinations, ultra-fleshy texture, and peaceful temperament. It thrives on stability, slow growth, and regular feeding—making it a prized coral for mature reef systems.

🌍 Origin
Aquacultured from premium Indo-Pacific strains. This rare tri-color mouth morph is not commonly seen in wild imports, offering uniqueness and resilience in one stunning coral.

💡 Lighting Requirements
Low to moderate light is ideal to preserve color intensity and prevent tissue stress.

Low Light: 30–60 PAR
Medium Light: 60–90 PAR
Best placed on the sandbed in a shaded or low-light section of the tank.

🌊 Water Flow
Low, gentle flow keeps this coral inflated and thriving. High flow can tear soft tissue or prevent full expansion.

🍽️ Feeding
Photosynthetic but benefits greatly from target feeding. Offer meaty foods like mysis, LPS pellets, or finely chopped clam 2–3 times a week, especially when feeder tentacles extend (usually at night).

🌱 Propagation
Acanthophyllia is not a frag-friendly coral. Each specimen is a single-polyp masterpiece and must be handled with care. Best propagated by professional aquaculture.

🔄 Acclimation
Use a slow drip method (60+ minutes) to avoid osmotic shock. Maintain high water quality with stable calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium levels.

⚠️ Tank Tip:
Place on a smooth sandbed, away from rock edges or sharp frag plugs. This coral inflates dramatically and requires space to avoid damage and irritation.

🌟 Why It’s Special:
This morph combines fiery red flesh with a yellow-pink gradient mouth—like a living gemstone under blues and whites. A perfect statement piece for luxury displays and serious reef collectors.