Physical Description
Elkhorn coral maintains a relatively large coral body. Elkhorn coral was named after its branching pattern, which is remnant of an elk’s antlers. These antler-like branches are sturdy and thick. The color of the coral, due to the symbiotic zooanthellae, ranges from yellow to a yellowish-brown.
Average length: .75 m.
Sexual Dimorphism: sexes alike
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Author: Steve Grodsky, Rutgers University
Author: Jin Jeon, Rutgers University
Editor: David Howe, Rutgers University
Grodsky, S. and J. Jeon 2009. "Acropora palmata" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed April 04, 2012 at http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Acropora_palmata.html
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