Acropora palmata
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Elkhorn coral
Elchgeweih Koralle
Elandsgeweikoraal
Acropore bois d'élan
Cuerno de alce;Coral cuerno de arce
Distribution
- The tropical Atlantic
Substrate and environment
- The species is generally attached to a reef
- Generally in an area where there is a current
- The species can be found between 0 and 18 Meters.
- Uncommon Species
General behaviour of the species
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size of the colony : 400 cm
- Diameter of the polyp : 1 mm
- Lives in partnership with algae
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.