Large War Paint Acanthophyllia Coral – WYSIWYG

Bring bold, dramatic coloration to your reef with this Large War Paint Acanthophyllia Coral.

This premium specimen features an extraordinary blend of deep purple, electric blue, and fiery orange markings. Its irregular streaks and splashes create a distinctive war-paint appearance, while its large, fleshy single-polyp structure makes it an immediate centerpiece for the aquarium sandbed.

Acanthophyllia corals, commonly called Meat Corals, are prized by collectors for their substantial size, vivid coloration, intricate patterns, and dramatic expansion.

This is a WYSIWYG coral, meaning the specimen pictured is the exact coral the customer will receive.

Product Highlights

• Large War Paint Acanthophyllia Coral

• Deep purple, blue, and fiery orange coloration

• Distinctive streaked and splattered pattern

• Large, fleshy single-polyp LPS coral

• Premium collector-grade specimen

• Excellent sandbed centerpiece

• Aquacultured coral

• WYSIWYG specimen

• Professionally packaged for Priority Overnight delivery

What Does WYSIWYG Mean?

WYSIWYG means What You See Is What You Get.

Unlike listings that use stock or representative photographs, the coral shown in the primary product images is the exact specimen being offered for sale.

Because this is a one-of-a-kind coral, only one specimen is available. Once it sells, it is gone.

Natural coloration, shape, and inflation may vary depending on aquarium lighting, camera settings, viewing angle, water conditions, feeding response, and the coral’s level of expansion.

General Care Information

Care level: Beginner to intermediate
Coral type: LPS
Lighting: Low to moderate
Water flow: Low to moderate and indirect
Placement: Sandbed or lower areas of the aquarium
Temperament: Semi-aggressive
Aquarium maturity: Established reef aquarium recommended

Place this coral on a stable, unobstructed section of the sandbed where its fleshy tissue can fully expand without rubbing against sharp rockwork.

Avoid harsh or direct water flow. Excessive flow can prevent full inflation and may cause the coral’s delicate tissue to rub against its skeleton.

Begin with lower lighting and gradually acclimate the coral if it will be exposed to stronger reef lighting.

Provide adequate space between the Acanthophyllia and neighboring corals. Its fleshy polyp can expand considerably beyond its contracted shipping size and may irritate nearby specimens.

Stable salinity, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, temperature, and nutrient levels are important for maintaining healthy tissue and coloration.

Supplemental feeding may support growth and overall condition. Small portions of appropriately sized meaty reef foods may be offered periodically when the coral displays a feeding response. Avoid offering excessively large pieces of food.

Recommended For

• Established mixed reef aquariums

• Premium LPS coral collections

• Acanthophyllia and Meat Coral collections

• Collector-grade reef displays

• Sandbed coral gardens

• Intermediate and experienced reef keepers

• Hobbyists seeking a bold centerpiece

• Aquarists looking for an individual WYSIWYG specimen

Important Livestock Notice

Corals are living animals, and their appearance can naturally change during shipping. The coral may arrive contracted and can require time to fully inflate after acclimation.

Coloration may appear different under white lighting, blue-spectrum reef lighting, or different camera and screen settings.

Always inspect and, when appropriate, dip and quarantine new coral before introducing it to an established display aquarium.

Why Buy From Infinity & Beyond Aquatics?

Infinity & Beyond Aquatics supports reef keepers at every stage of the hobby—from customers purchasing their first coral to experienced collectors searching for premium livestock and advanced aquarium equipment.

When you order from us, you receive:

• Access to carefully sourced premium marine livestock

• Clearly identified WYSIWYG specimens

• Priority Overnight live-animal delivery

• Tracking information once your order ships

• Acclimation and live-arrival instructions

• Clear communication regarding availability and processing

• Customer support before and after delivery

• A store built for beginner, intermediate, and advanced aquarists

Whether you are beginning your first reef or adding a collector-grade centerpiece to an established aquarium, we are here to help you shop with confidence.

Live Coral Shipping

This is a live-animal special-order item.

• Live corals ship through FedEx Priority Overnight

• Live shipments are generally scheduled Monday through Wednesday

• This coral qualifies for free live-animal shipping

• Shipment timing depends on livestock availability, processing, weather, and safe shipping conditions

• Someone must be available to accept the package on the first delivery attempt

• Live animals may ship separately from equipment, food, and other merchandise

• Tracking information will be emailed when the order is prepared for shipment

Orders may be delayed during extreme temperatures or severe weather when shipping could place the livestock at risk.

Live Arrival Guarantee

Inspect the coral immediately after delivery and follow the provided acclimation instructions.

Any live-arrival claim must be submitted within 12 hours of delivery and include clear photographs of the affected specimen removed from the water.

Failure to accept the first delivery attempt, delayed acclimation, improper aquarium conditions, or failure to provide the required photographs may void live-arrival coverage.

After successful delivery and acclimation, the continued health of the coral depends on aquarium conditions, compatibility, placement, and ongoing husbandry.