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Fungia Coral Profile

By Stan & Debbie Hauter, About.com

Fungia CoralDebbie Hauter
Genus: Fungia

Common Species

  • F. concinna, F. dania, F. echinata, F. fungitus, F. horrida, F. repanda, F. scutaria and others
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    Common Names

  • Disk Coral, Mushroom Coral, Plate Coral, Tongue Coral, Fungus Coral, Chinaman Hat Coral.
  • Notes

  • Require particularly gentle handing.
  • Require soft substrate to avoid damage.
  • Must be kept away from other corals.

  • Feeding is highly recommended.

  • Prefer low to moderate current.

  • Prefer bright light.

  • Not susceptible to most coral diseases.

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