Golden Mammoth Mussoides
Quick Stats
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Colour Form: Rich Golden Tones with Subtle Textured Ridges
Water Conditions: 24-26°C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Family: Rhizangiidae
Lighting: Moderate to High
Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Amino Acids, Trace Elements
Water Flow: Low to Moderate
Placement: Lower to Middle
Overview
The Golden Mammoth Mussoides is an extraordinary coral with a bold presence, featuring a rich golden hue that radiates warmth under aquarium lighting. Its broad, fleshy structure, resembling an elephant ear, is adorned with gentle ridges that enhance its natural elegance. This impressive coral adds depth and movement to reef aquariums, making it an excellent choice for those looking to introduce a striking yet harmonious piece to their collection.
Care & Feeding
This Mussoides thrives in moderate to high lighting and prefers low to moderate water flow, allowing its broad structure to expand fully. While largely photosynthetic, it benefits from occasional feedings of zooplankton, mysis shrimp, or reef-safe liquid foods to support growth and maintain its golden vibrancy.
Maintaining stable calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity levels will ensure the Golden Mammoth Mussoides continues to flourish and display its radiant coloration.
Optimal Parameters
- Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
- Calcium (Ca): 380-450 ppm
- Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
- Nitrate (NO3): 5-15 ppm
- Phosphate (PO4): 0.03-0.08 ppm
Placement
The Golden Mammoth Mussoides should be placed in the lower to middle sections of your reef, where it receives stable lighting and gentle water movement to enhance its natural flow and coloration.
With its luxurious golden tones and grand, sweeping form, the Golden Mammoth Mussoides is sure to command attention, bringing a majestic presence to any reef aquarium!